List of prime ministers of Eswatini facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Prime Minister of Eswatini
Coat of arms of Eswatini
Incumbent Russell Dlamini since 4 November 2023
Style	His Excellency
Residence	State House, Lobamba
Appointer	Mswati III, as King of Eswatini
Term length	No fixed term
Inaugural holder	Makhosini Dlamini
Formation	16 May 1967
Salary	E926,370 per annum
Website	Website

This article lists the people who have served as the prime minister of Eswatini. Eswatini is a country in Southern Africa. The prime minister is the head of government, meaning they lead the country's daily operations.

The position of prime minister in Eswatini was created in 1967. Since then, twelve different people have held this important job. There have also been eight acting prime ministers who filled the role temporarily. One person, Barnabas Sibusiso Dlamini, served as prime minister two separate times.

The current prime minister is Russell Dlamini. He started his term on November 4, 2023. He was chosen by King Mswati III at the Ludzidzini Royal Village.

Understanding the Prime Minister's Role

The prime minister of Eswatini is a very important leader. They are chosen by the King. Their job is to manage the government and make sure the country runs smoothly. They work with other government officials to make decisions for the people of Eswatini.

Unlike some countries, the prime minister in Eswatini does not have a fixed term length. This means they serve until the King decides otherwise.

Past Prime Ministers of Eswatini

Here is a list of the people who have served as prime minister in Eswatini. Most prime ministers in Eswatini have been independent politicians. This means they do not belong to a specific political party.

Political parties

     Imbokodvo National Movement (INM)

Other groups

     Independent

Special notes

     Acting Prime Minister

Symbols

Died in office

No.	Portrait	Name (Born–Died)	Time in office		Political group	Monarch
			Took office	Left office
1		Makhosini Dlamini (1914–1978)	16 May 1967	31 March 1976	INM (until 1973)	Sobhuza II
					Independent
2		Maphevu Dlamini (1922–1979)	31 March 1976	25 October 1979	Independent
—		Ben Nsibandze (1931–2021)	25 October 1979	23 November 1979	Independent
3		Mabandla Dlamini (born 1930)	23 November 1979	25 March 1983	Independent
						Interregnum
4		Bhekimpi Dlamini (1924–1999)	25 March 1983	6 October 1986	Independent
						Mswati III
5		Sotsha Dlamini (1940–2017)	6 October 1986	12 July 1989	Independent
6		Obed Dlamini (1937–2017)	12 July 1989	25 October 1993	Independent
—		Andreas Fakudze (died 2013)	25 October 1993	4 November 1993	Independent
7		Jameson Mbilini Dlamini (1921–2008)	4 November 1993	8 May 1996	Independent
—		Sishayi Nxumalo (1936–2000)	8 May 1996	26 July 1996	Independent
8		Barnabas Sibusiso Dlamini (1942–2018)	26 July 1996	29 September 2003	Independent
—		Paul Shabangu (born 1943)	29 September 2003	6 November 2003	Independent
9		Themba Dlamini (born 1950)	6 November 2003	18 September 2008	Independent
—		Bheki Dlamini	18 September 2008	23 October 2008	Independent
(8)		Barnabas Sibusiso Dlamini (1942–2018)	23 October 2008	5 September 2018	Independent
—		Vincent Mhlanga (died 2020)	5 September 2018	27 October 2018	Independent
10		Ambrose Mandvulo Dlamini (1968–2020)	27 October 2018	13 December 2020	Independent
—		Themba Masuku (born 1950)	13 December 2020	19 July 2021	Independent
11		Cleopas Dlamini (born 1952)	19 July 2021	28 September 2023	Independent
—		Mgwagwa Gamedze (born 19–)	28 September 2023	4 November 2023	Independent
12		Russell Dlamini (born 1973)	4 November 2023	Incumbent	Independent

Timeline of Prime Ministers

This timeline shows when each prime minister served in Eswatini. It helps to see how long each person held the office.

See also

In Spanish: Anexo:Primer ministro de Suazilandia para niños

• Politics of Eswatini
• History of Eswatini
• List of monarchs of Eswatini