MBABANE – Eswatini is mourning the death of His Royal Highness Prince Mabandla, the country’s third Prime Minister after independence and a senior member of the royal family.
The announcement of his passing was made by the Prime Minister, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, on Saturday, 29 June 2025. Prince Mabandla, a towering figure in the country’s post-independence political landscape, died after decades of public service to the Kingdom.
Born into royalty, Prince Mabandla served as Prime Minister during a formative period in the nation’s history, where he played a leading role in building government institutions and laying the groundwork for a modern state. His leadership was characterised by calm resolve and a deep sense of duty to the people.
He was not only a political figure but also a long-standing member of the King’s Advisory Council and a guardian of Swati culture and customs. Known for his humility and wisdom, Prince Mabandla remained a unifying force in both traditional and state matters.
Messages of condolence have poured in to His Majesty King Mswati III, Her Majesty the Indlovukazi, the royal family, and the broader Eswatini community.
Government flags have been ordered to fly at half-mast as the nation prepares to honour one of its most respected statesmen.
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