The ongoing launch is drawing attention to the skills, investment and collaboration needed to prepare Emaswati for a changing economy. Eswatini faces a persistent skills mismatch: many graduates struggle to secure employment, while employers face difficulties finding workers with the skills their industries need. The…

ESEPARC had the honour of welcoming His Majesty King Mswati III to its stand during the official opening of the Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) 2026. His Majesty was welcomed by the Minister of Finance, Hon. Neal Rijkenberg; ESEPARC Board Chairman, Dr A.S. Metfula; Senior…

Come meet ESEPARC at the Eswatini International Trade Fair 2026! Visit us in Hall 1 and discover our research, engage with our team, and learn more about the work we do.

“Many emaSwati want to travel locally, but cost, limited information, and access continue to hold them back.” Eswatini has no shortage of beautiful landscapes and scenery, yet domestic tourism remains underutilised and largely occasional. The 2026 Domestic Tourism Study, commissioned by the Eswatini Tourism Authority…

The Eswatini Economic Policy Analysis and Research Centre (ESEPARC) recently welcomed members of the Board of Directors for a meet-and-greet session with staff, providing a valuable opportunity for interaction and reflection on the Centre’s ongoing work and future direction. The engagement created a platform for…

The Eswatini Economic Policy Analysis and Research Centre (ESEPARC) is pleased to welcome four students from the University of Eswatini (UNESWA), Faculty of Agriculture, who joined the Centre on 2 March 2026 for a three-month internship programme. The students, who are currently pursuing studies in…

Day two of the stakeholder engagement on the National Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolution (4IR & 5IR) Strategy and the review of the National Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy continued with constructive dialogue among participants. The day began with an informative recap on the…

The Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology (ICT), in collaboration with the Eswatini Economic Policy Analysis and Research Centre (ESEPARC), recently convened a stakeholder validation session for the review of the National Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy. The engagement brought together representatives from government,…

Eswatini’s development priorities are becoming more complex, requiring decisions that are timely, evidence-based, and responsive to the realities of the country. In this context, independent research is no longer optional; it is essential. Our role as ESEPARC is to provide credible, policy-relevant evidence that supports…

Eswatini’s development priorities are becoming more complex, requiring decisions that are timely, evidence-based, and grounded in the country’s realities. At ESEPARC, we provide credible research and actionable insights that support government, private sector, and development partners in making informed decisions. Our work has contributed to…