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REMEMBRANCE STATEMENT ON THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRUTAL ASSASSINATION OF COMRADE THULANI RUDOLPH MASEKO LAWYERS FOR DEMOCRATIC REFORM IN SWAZILAND (LAW-DERSWA) REMEMBRANCE STATEMENT ON THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRUTAL ASSASSINATION OF COMRADE THULANI RUDOLPH MASEKO 21 January, 2025 Today, we solemnly commemorate two years since the brutal assassination of Comrade Thulani Maseko, a […]

Statement by Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) on Behalf of the Mngomezulu Eswatini Bursary Scheme 14 January 2025 As LAW-DERSWA, we are honored to have administered the Mngomezulu Eswatini Bursary Scheme 2024, a program dedicated to providing educational support to students from disadvantaged backgrounds in Eswatini. This initiative reflects our commitment to bridging

Statement by LAW-DERSWA on the Dismissal Case Victory of Mbongwa Dlamini, President of the Swaziland National Association of Teachers (SNAT) The SNAT Platform 15 November 2024 The Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) commend the High Court of Eswatini for upholding justice in the dismissal case of Mbongwa Dlamini, President of the Swaziland National

Statement from the Multi Stakeholder Forum Swaziland (MSF) on the Assassination of Bheka Magagula 0ctober 13, 2024 The Multi Stakeholder Forum Swaziland (MSF) is deeply saddened by the tragic assassination of Bheka Magagula, a prominent figure in Eswatini’s struggle for democracy. His death is a stark reminder of the escalating violence that has gripped the

Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) Statement on the Attempted Assassination of PUDEMO President Mlungisi Makhanya 25 September 2024 LAW-DERSWA condemns in the strongest terms the recent attempted assassination of the President of the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO), Mlungisi Makhanya, in what appears to have been a cowardly act of poisoning in his

Statement by Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) on the So-called 6 September Independence Day in Eswatini 6 September 2024 As Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA), we stand united in our commitment to truth, justice and the genuine liberation of the Swazi people. Today, we address the false narrative perpetuated by the

Statement of Condolence on the Passing of Comrade Nombulelo Motsa, President of EFF Swaziland The Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Comrade Nombulelo Motsa, the esteemed President of EFF Swaziland. Comrade Nombulelo was a courageous and dedicated leader, whose unwavering commitment to the struggle for democracy,

Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) Statement on SADC’s Decision to Remove Eswatini from the Agenda August 19, 2024 Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) expresses profound disappointment and concern over the recent decision by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to remove Eswatini from the security organ’s agenda. This decision is not

15 July, 2024 LAW-DERSWA unequivocally condemns the recent sentencing of former Members of Parliament Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube to 40 years and 28 years of imprisonment, respectively. This egregious miscarriage of justice represents a severe and unacceptable affront to the principles of democracy, human rights and the rule of law in Swaziland. Both Bacede

15 July, 2024 It is with grave concern and deep dismay that we, the Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA), address the clandestine and undemocratic sentencing of former Members of Parliament Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube. Scheduled for today, July 15, 2024, at 3:00 PM, this sentencing has been shrouded in secrecy, raising serious

01 July 2024 The Lawyers for Democratic Reform in Swaziland (LAW-DERSWA) wishes to extend heartfelt congratulations to the youth of Kenya. Their unity and bravery over the past week, culminating in the decision by President William Ruto not to sign the controversial tax bill, stand as a powerful testament to the impact of collective action

06 June, 2024 It has been over 500 days since the brutal assassination of Human Rights Defender and Lawyer, Comrade Thulani Maseko. Despite the relentless calls for justice from various quarters, the Eswatini government continues to turn a blind eye to this grievous injustice. Comrade Thulani Maseko was tragically murdered on January 21, 2023, at