Eswatini Sport and Recreation Council

OFFICIALLY ONE WEEK AWAY FROM HOSTING THE INAUGURAL ESWATINI NATIONAL GAMES!

History is about to be made as preparations enter the final stages,our athletes, teams and guests are all counting down with us.Let’s gear up our athletic energy and make this tournament an unforgettable one.

METHULA INKHUNDLA:GETTING THE NEXT GENERATION CONNECTED WITH ESWATINI MTN

We are thrilled to announce that MTN Eswatini will be present on the ground at the Methula Inkhundla SHUKUMA ESWATINI ACTIVATION,with an amazing minor registration program .

Children under 18 can register sim cards on site and unlock amazing endless digital possibilities:

-Mobile Money (MoMo) accounts for easy savings and transactions.
-Affordable data packages
-Full access to the MTN Fundza learning platform

REQUIREMENTS

-Original ID of Parent/guardian
-Child's original birth certificate
THE SIM CARD IS FREE YOU ONLY NEED TO BRING E3 ONLY TO GET IT ACTIVACTED

Let's Shukuma our bodies and get connected,don't let the kids miss this opportunity, come catch the vibe and get registered, See you there !

SALUTING TEAM ESWATINI: THE ROAD TO FUTURE HARDWARE STARTS AT THE NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES

The Eswatini Sport and Recreation Council (ESRC) formally welcomes home Team Eswatini from the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. While our athlete delegation did not require extra customs declarations for podium hardware this time around, they return with something far more sustainable for our sporting landscape. The team brings back elite global exposure, critical competitive experience, and a clear benchmark of exactly what it takes to win on the world stage. Our squad proved that local sports pipelines are steadily gaining momentum against world-class fields, stepping onto the international stage with pride and walking away with highly commendable Personal Best and Season Best performances.

Following their landing at the King Mswati III International Airport on Tuesday August 4th,The ESRC highly commends every athlete and coach for their heavy sacrifices, rigorous discipline, and proud ambassadorship in Scotland.

To ensure future senior delegations return home carrying the literal weight of gold, silver, and bronze, we are drastically restructuring the development pathway. In a powerful, united front, the ESRC is partnering directly with the Eswatini Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association - EOCGA (EOCGA) to manage this institutional overhaul. By fully aligning our national strategies, both organizations are immediately shifting collective focus to the historic, inaugural Eswatini National Youth Games, running from 14 to 17 August.

This milestone event serves as our combined active effort to build heavier senior luggage next time. By hosting top local youth athletes alongside international guest talent from Lesotho and Seychelles, the games will recreate a competitive environment to simulate high international pressure. The ESRC and EOCGA will actively use this event to scout, select, and polish the upcoming generation for high stakes International participation.This unified partnership ensures targeted institutional support right now, making our athletes elite before they ever board an international flight. It is time to measure sport by the depth of the foundation we build at home. Welcome back, Team Eswatini, Let us get back to the drawing board and build a winning sports nation together.

THE SHUKUMA TRAIN IS BACK AND RUNNING—JOIN THE ACTIVATION THIS SATURDAY

Eswatini, it's time to move! The Shukuma Train is back and running to bring health, fitness, and joy straight to Methula Inkhundla!
Gather your friends and family for a fantastic Saturday morning filled with music, games, aerobics, and amazing prizes.
🗓️ Saturday, 8 August 2026
⏰ 09:00 AM
📍 Methula Inkhundla Stadium
🎟️ FREE ENTRY FOR ALL!
Let's stay active and healthy together! See you there👉

🏆INCLUSIVITY IN ACTION🎱

A huge congratulations to Sinenkhosi Maseko for being crowned the 2026 National Champion in the People With Disability category.The Manzini Region star treated the green table like his personal comfort zone to capture the national title.

Fresh from signing our Pledge of Inclusion with Special Olympics Eswatini and The DPMO , we are thrilled to witness this level of elite brilliance from a special ability player. True talent clearly knows absolutely no boundaries.
Our massive congratulations extend to Maseko, his team, and the Eswatini Cue Sports Association The local cue sports scene is safe, secure, and beautifully inclusive.

PHOTO CREDIT 📸: Dodge SM Media - Live Pool

🏆 UNSTOPPABLE ON ANY TABLE

Congratulations to Simakhelwe "Smacky" Magagula for going back-to-back! The maestro treats the green table like his personal comfort zone, successfully defending his National Juniors title at the 2026 National Championships.

Following a historic bronze-medal run in Oslo, Norway, Smakhelwe Magagula successfully defended his title at the 2026 National Championships with a 7–4 victory over Sbo Khumalo. This win solidifies the Manzini Region star’s dominance on the local cue sports scene, demonstrating that his international momentum is truly UNSTOPPABLE.

PHOTO CREDIT 📸: Dodge SM Media - Live Pool

THE DESTINY MISSION🥋

Today, the Eswatini Sport and Recreation Council (ESRC) rallies behind our champion, Lamulela Magagula, as she takes the mat for a massive showdown at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

She faces India's Unnati Sharma in a highly anticipated Women's Under-63kg Round of 16.

Her name means the one who steps in to rescue. Today, that profound heritage becomes her destiny as she fulfills her mission to fight, dominate, and rescue the gold for the Kingdom.

As she carries our hopes onto the International arena, let us unite as one proud nation. Every voice across Eswatini has the power to fuel her strength in Glasgow. Stand up, Eswatini, and lift our champion high! 🇸🇿

10:00AM UK TIME 11AM ESWATINI TIME

⏳ 14 Days to Go! 🇸🇿

Just 14 days until the 2026 National Youth Games, taking place from 14–17 August 2026. Preparations are gathering momentum as young athletes from across Eswatini,Lesotho and Seychelles get ready to compete, showcase their talent, and embrace the spirit of sportsmanship.