Russell Dlamini | |
|---|---|
 Russell Dlamini in 2024 | |
| 12th Prime Minister of Eswatini | |
| In office 7 November 2023 – 2028 | |
| Preceded by | Mgwagwa Gamedze (acting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 23 October 1973 Manzini |
| Nationality | Liswati |
| Political party | Independent |
| Spouse | Philile Dlamini (nee Kunene) |
| Alma mater | University of Eswatini University of South Africa Stellenbosch University |
Russell Mmiso Dlamini (born 23 October 1973) is a Liswati politician who is serving as the Prime Minister of Eswatini since 7 November 2023.[1]
His Excellency Russell Dlamini rose to prominence when His Majesty King Mswati III announced him as the new PM during Sibaya on 3 November 2023.[2] This followed days of speculation on who the king would appoint as the new PM. Although Dlamini was serving as the CEO of the National Disaster Management Agency prior to his appointment, he was a relatively obscure individual in Eswatini society.[3] Dlamini first appeared on the political scene on 26 October 2023 in the same venue (Sibaya) wherein he made a presentation as one of the panelists during public consultations which were commissioned by the king.[4]
The appointment of the PM followed the elections of new members of parliament which were held in September 2023. The constitution of Eswatini dictates that all members of Cabinet, including the PM, should be members of parliament before they can be appointed into Cabinet. The appointment by the king during Sibaya effectively meant that Dlamini would also become an appointed member of parliament. He was therefore sworn in as a member of the House of Assembly on November 6th at parliament, and subsequently sworn in as Prime Minister on November 7th at the Cabinet offices. The tenure of the PM, along with that of parliament, is five years.[5][1]
- ^ a b Eswatini TV (7 November 2023). OATH II HE PM Russell Mmiso Dlamini being sworn into office. Retrieved 23 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Eswatini TV (3 November 2023). His Majesty King Mswati III has appointed Mmemo Russel Dlamini to be the new Prime Minister. Retrieved 23 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Nkambule, Mfanukhona (4 November 2023). "NDMA'S RUSSELL APPOINTED PM". Times of Swaziland. Retrieved 23 November 2024.
- ^ Eswatini TV (27 October 2023). Panelist: Russell Dlamini. Retrieved 23 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Eswatini TV (6 November 2023). Swearing-in of the Newly elected Prime Minister HE. Russell Mmiso Dlamini. Retrieved 23 November 2024 – via YouTube.