King Renames Swaziland to its 'Ancient', Pre-Colonial Name

King Mswati III has announced that Swaziland's name has been changed to eSwatini during the country's independence day celebrations in Manzini.

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  • Eswatini:   King Unilaterally Renames Swaziland

    Swazi Media, 19 April 2018

    King Mswati III of Swaziland demonstrated on Thursday his ability to rule as an autocratic monarch by unilaterally renaming his kingdom on his 50th birthday. Read more »

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