Mission Statement
To ensure sustainable and equitable development through promotion of sound environmental principles, conservation of our national heritage, and efficient communication infrastructure, conducive to Swazis and attractive to international visitors and to ensure efficient and effective custody of all recorded information
The Ministry
The Ministry of Tourism, Environment and Communication was established through Legal Notice 194 of 1996, entrusted with the following responsibilities:
1. Tourism & Gaming (Including Casinos and Restaurants)
2. National Archives
3. Liquor Licensing
4. Museums and Game Parks
5. Protection and development of wildlife (flora and fauna)
6. Environmental Protection
7. National Archives
8. Administration Of the Game Act
Parastatals under the Ministry
1. Swaziland Posts &Telecommunications Corporation
2. Swaziland National Trust Commission
3. Pigg's Peak Hotel and Casino
4. Swaziland Tourism Authority
5. Shiselweni Hotels
6. Swaziland Environmental Authority
Headquarters and Administration
Minister - Honourable Thandie F Shongwe
Principal Secretary - Mduduzi S Magongo
Under Secretary - Pincess Gcebile
Director of Environment - Jameson D Vilakati
Senior Tourism Officer - Musa F Mdluli
Swaziland Tourism in a nutshell
Mountaneous gradeur, lush forests, fertile valleys and the hot still beat of the African lowveld combine to take one on a scenic tour of wonder through a "royal experince".
Swaziland is the best and rare example of a country living in the old African traditions and beliefs. History, cultural traditions have been carefully taken into the 21century.
A warm welcome and heartly hospitality, secure travelling through out the country makes one's stay special and unforgettable.
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