Bethany, Eswatini – The esteemed Army Day celebration of the Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force (UEDF) commenced in grandeur as His Majesty King Mswati III, Commander-In-Chief of the UEDF, and Her Majesty the Indlovukazi graced the occasion at UEDF Headquarters in Nokwane.

Draped in ceremonial regalia, Their Majesties arrived at the Army Headquarters amidst a flurry of excitement and anticipation for the commemoration of the UEDF’s 51 years of dedicated service to the nation.

As the event unfolds, dignitaries from across the globe, including Former Botswana President Ian Khama and Former South African President Jacob Zuma, have convened to pay homage to the UEDF’s legacy of courage, dedication, and sacrifice.

The festivities kicked off with the resounding march of the guard of honour, marking the commencement of a ceremony that promises to be a fitting tribute to the unwavering commitment and bravery exhibited by the men and women of the UEDF.

Stay tuned to this page for more updates on the proceedings as the UEDF celebrates its rich history and reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the sovereignty and security of the Kingdom of Eswatini.