Mbabane – Peter ‘Samora’ Simelane has officially stepped down as Principal Officer of Eswatini-Med, concluding a tenure that spanned more than 30 years.
Simelane’s retirement, effective May 2, 2026, marks the end of an era for the organization. During his three decades of leadership, he oversaw the transformation of Eswatini-Med into a foundational element of the national healthcare system, evolving the entity into a modern healthcare solutions provider.
Eswatini-Med expressed deep gratitude for Simelane’s contribution, citing his focus on humanity, dignity, and people-centered leadership as the hallmarks of his legacy. His work alongside the Board helped align the organization with international best practices while expanding healthcare infrastructure across the country.
In the wake of Simelane’s departure, Sicelo Mkhonta has been appointed as the Acting Principal Officer. Mkhonta moves into the role with significant experience within Eswatini-Med and a professional background in healthcare management, finance, and administration. He is expected to lead the organization through its next phase of development.
Eswatini-Med, formally known as the Eswatini Medical Aid Fund, was established in 1980 as a non-profit making open scheme. The fund has been self-administered since January 2017. Management confirmed that despite the change in leadership, there will be no interruptions to card acceptance or member benefits access.
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