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    Eswatini Is Trying To Dethrone Africa's Last Standing King
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    21 October 2021

    Eswatini Is Trying To Dethrone Africa's Last Standing King

    Africa's last absolute monarchy is being challenged by pro-democracy protests and an army of youths ready to fight back.

    King Mswati III Paid R2.7 Billion For A Private Jet and Its Parking Space
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    28 May 2018

    King Mswati III Paid R2.7 Billion For A Private Jet and Its Parking Space

    The king just treated himself to a luxurious birthday present amidst prevailing poverty in his country.

    King Mswati III Has Changed the Name of Swaziland to the Kingdom of eSwatini
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    19 April 2018

    King Mswati III Has Changed the Name of Swaziland to the Kingdom of eSwatini

    The declaration marks 50 years since the country gained independence from British rule.

    #SwaziJustice: A Tipping Point For Africa's Most Quietly Repressive Nation
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    01 November 2014

    #SwaziJustice: A Tipping Point For Africa's Most Quietly Repressive Nation

    The #SwaziJustice campaign and the case of Thulani Maseko and Bheki Makhubu is a tipping point for Africa's most quietly repressive nation.

    Erykah Badu Is Under Fire For Singing At The King of Swaziland's Birthday - But Does Artistic Engagement Equal Endorsement?
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    06 May 2014

    Erykah Badu Is Under Fire For Singing At The King of Swaziland's Birthday - But Does Artistic Engagement Equal Endorsement?

    Erykah Badu is under fire for singing at the birthday of the King of Swaziland, Mswati III-- But does artistic engagement equal endorsement?

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