2018

Real estate sector in Africa has been experimenting an impressive growth. On average, 10,000 accommodations miss each year in most of these countries, and despite some governmental endeavors, the shortfall is still important. According to several studies, African population is going to increase over threefold during the next 40 years. This demographic growth will inevitably go with a strong development...

Swaziland experimented a growth rate of 0,3% in 2017 and is going to face serious challenges in the futur with an estimated growth of 1,3% in 2018 and 2% in 2019. Other key indicators of the economy for 2017: 34 billions of GDP; Gross national saving equal to 11.1% of GDP; Inflation rate equal to 7%; 5% of GDP comes from taxes; Active population: 427.000 persons; 28% of...

Mbabane is both the capital and the largest city of Swaziland. It is located in the district of Hhohho, lying on Mbabane River and its Polinjane River tributary in the Mdzimba Mountains. Mbabane is estimated to have a population of 94, 874 people. Mbabane City derived its name from a Chief, Mbabane Kunene, who lived in this area during the arrival of the British settlers. Mbabane experienced growth...

The new levy proposed by Martin Dlamini, the Minister of Finance, may see the foreign-owned banks exit from Swaziland. If the new tax is made to the law, banks in the kingdom will be required to pay 2.5 percent of their annual revenue to the King Mswati III led government. The chief executive officer of Standard Bank, Mr. Mvuselelo Fakudze, revealed that most banks in Swaziland would be closed by their...

The Sunday Observer, one of the autocratic King Mswati III’s of Swaziland newspaper, is pressing for action by the kingdom to claim some parts, inclusive of the capital Pretoria, of South Africa. According to the newspaper, some Swazis believe that this should be the appropriate time to demand back the land said to have been lost to South Africa during the colonial era. The Observer sparked a...

The national budget’s revelation of the Swaziland economy being unable to cover for its spending has risen some other factors. For instance, freezing of government job recruitment, a 1% increase on Value Added Tax, freezing of 60+ aged people’s pension and even compelling local pension and insurance companies to invest more than 50% of their holdings within the country. The pressure on the economy...

Either if you're an expat looking to move to Mbabane and looking for short term rentals accommodations to start your move in the country, or if you're a local looking for a weekend getaway or even a tourist wanting to visit, SwaziHome.com has found for you some nice and comfy accommodations in the capital city. From 1 bedroom studios to luxury villas with pools, here are some of our top choices, all...

Moody Investor Solutions ranked Swaziland with a B2 negative credit profile in its latest annual report. The negative credit portrays Swaziland’s low strengths in economic and institutional capacity sectors. However, a relatively strong affordability of external debts and low debts margins balance to the two lows. According to Moody’s Vice President and Senior Analyst, Zuzana Brixiova Swaziland has...

Mbabane has less than 100,000 people, and it is the capital city of Swaziland. Expats who live in Swaziland recognize the beautiful sceneries of the monarchy. Swaziland is a landlocked country that gets foreign goods from South Africa and Mozambique. 26 % of people aged between 15 and 49 are HIV positive in Swaziland. Therefore, statistics show that Mozambique has the highest HIV infection rates globally....

Many pedestrians walk across Eteni, Matsapha overhead bridge without considering the current state of the structure. Over 20,000 pedestrians who use the structure are in a hurry to cross over the other side and get to work. While cars pass beneath, many people never notice the way the bridge behaves. That is not Swaziland that one wishes to stay in. Take a closer look, and you will notice that a section...