Swazi King in 'Almost Absolute Control'
The political crisis in the country continues after a vote of no-confidence in the Swazi Government was passed and then reversed 12 days later, with accusations that some members were either threatened or bribed to support reversing the vote, reports Swazi Media Commentary.
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Swaziland: King in 'Almost Absolute Control'
Swazi Media Commentary, 22 October 2012
The on-going political crisis in Swaziland shows 'the king continues to enjoy almost absolute control over the country,' Freedom House has said. read more »
King Mswati III of Swaziland.
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Swaziland: Political Crisis Enters Third Week
Swazi Media Commentary, 21 October 2012
The political crisis in Swaziland continues into a third week after a vote of no-confidence in the Swazi Government was passed and then reversed 12 days later. read more »
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Swaziland: Top Law Officer Defies Constitution
Swazi Media Commentary, 18 October 2012
Swaziland's Attorney-General Majahenkhaba Dlamini has said that the Government decided not to follow the constitution when it succeeded in having a no-confidence vote against it ... read more »
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Swaziland: Deputy PM Snubs Parliament
Swazi Media Commentary, 11 October 2012
As the constitutional crisis in Swaziland enters its second week Themba Masuku the kingdom's Deputy Prime Minister has said he will ignore the constitution and only resign if 'the ... read more »
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The Swaziland House of Assembly has reversed its vote of no-confidence in the government, amid great controversy as Prime Minister Barnabas Dlamini and his cabinet refused to ... Read more »
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Business leaders have come out in support of the resignation of the prime minister and his cabinet after members of parliament passed a vote of no confidence in his government. Read more »
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