The report states that investing in tobacco control is much cheaper than it costs in Eswatini.
Creating an enabling environment for cold-chain systems has paved the way for more development projects in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
As we embark on the Decade of Action for the Sustainable Development Goals, a review of the country’s funding streams and policies will be timely to enable Eswatini to achieve its development aspirations.
The local cottage industry seems to be the backbone of the economy but it hasn’t been well researched.
A UNDP-supported campaign aimed at discouraging shoppers from carrying their groceries in single-use plastic bags is helping women to generate income.
The mission comes at a time when the lower middle-income country is dealing with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent Tropical Cyclone Eloise.
Who we are
UNDP is a global knowledge network advocating for human development and connecting countries to knowledge, experiences and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP works with countries to develop and implement their own solutions to development challenges. Aligned with the Swaziland National Development Strategy (NDS 2013-2022), the UNDAF (2016-2020) and UNDP Strategic Plan, we are committed to supporting the government and people of Eswatini.
About Eswatini
15%
women in parliament
28.1%
unemployment rate
58.9%
Poverty Rate
87.5%
Literacy rate
