Eswatini advances digital vision with new laws, 5G and skills training
The digital strategy of Eswatini also includes upcoming regulations for AI, robotics and space technology to remain aligned with global developments.
Eswatini is moving forward with a national digital transformation plan focused on infrastructure, legislation and skills development.
The country’s Minister of ICT, Savannah Maziya, outlined key milestones during the 2025 Eswatini Economic Update, co-hosted with the World Bank.
In her remarks, Maziya said that digital technology plays a central role in job creation, governance and economic development. She introduced several regulatory frameworks, including a Cybersecurity Bill, a Critical Infrastructure Bill and an E-Commerce Strategy.
Additional legislation is planned for emerging technologies such as AI, robotics and satellite systems.
Infrastructure improvements include the nationwide expansion of fibre optic networks and a rise in international connectivity capacity from 47 Gbps to 72 Gbps.
Mbabane, the capital, is being developed as a Smart City with 5G coverage, AI-enabled surveillance and public Wi-Fi access.
The Ministry of ICT has launched more than 11 digital public services and plans to add 90 more in the next three years.
A nationwide coding initiative will offer digital skills training to over 300,000 citizens, supporting wider efforts to increase access and participation in the digital economy.
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