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12 APRIL, 2024 In the intricate tapestry of Swaziland’s political history, the issuance of the King’sProclamation to the Nation in 1973 serves as a watershed moment, fundamentally alteringthe governance structure and diminishing democratic principles. Analyzing these decrees isnot merely an exercise in historical examination but a critical endeavour to envision thetrajectory of legal and political […]

28 March, 2024 As Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA), we vehemently denounce the detention of Human Rights activist, Tanele Maseko, wife of the late Human Rights Lawyer, Thulani Maseko. Tanele Maseko, accompanied by her children and an aide, was enroute to Eswatini when authorities flagged her passport, alleging her involvement in her husband’s

18 March, 2024 LAW-DERSWA notes with concern Prime Minister Russell Dlamini’s recent proposal to regulate themedia in Eswatini. While we acknowledge the importance of ensuring a responsible andaccountable media landscape, we are deeply troubled by the potential implications of suchregulatory measures on press freedom and freedom of expression in our country.The media in Eswatini has

26 March, 2024 As LAW-DERSWA, we are proud to have administered the Mngomezulu Eswatini Bursary Scheme, aimed at providing assistance to students from disadvantaged backgrounds in Eswatini. Through this initiative, we sought to bridge the gap in access to education and empower talented individuals to pursue their academic aspirations. The process of selecting recipients for

March 18, 2024 As Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland, we stand in solemn anticipation as the sentencingof the esteemed advocates for democracy, Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube, draws near.Since their unjust detention on July 25th, 2021, our hearts have been both heavy with concern andlifted by their unwavering spirit.Throughout their ordeal, Bacede and Mthandeni