Maphalaleni is a constituency (Inkhundla) situated in the Highveld region of Eswatini, within the Hhohho region. It is located near the country's administrative capital, Mbabane. The constituency is defined by its rich cultural heritage, ongoing development projects, and strong community governance.
Geography
The main river in Maphalaleni is the Umkhomati River, which flows into the Maguga Dam, a significant water reservoir in Eswatini. The constituency comprises six chiefdoms:
1. Endlozini
2. Emfene
3. Emcengeni
4. Ensingweni
5. Madlolo
6. Maphalaleni
Governance
Maphalaleni is represented in the Eswatini Parliament by Honourable Minister Mabulala Maseko, who is currently serving his third term as a Member of Parliament and his second term as the Minister of Public Works. Maseko hails from the Lubhujini community within the constituency.
The local governance structure includes:
- Chairman (Indvuna yeNkhundla): Maphevu Dlamini, under the Maphalaleni chiefdom.
- Constituency Councillor: Lusekwane Ndwandwe also from the Maphalaleni chiefdom (umphakatsi).
Education
Education in Maphalaleni has seen significant improvements with the establishment of new schools, reducing the challenges of long-distance travel for students. Notable schools include:
- Emabheleni Primary School in the Bulimeni community.
- Emphumelelweni High School
- Luvinjelweni Secondary School.
Previously, Maphalaleni Secondary School was the only high school in the area; it has since been upgraded to Maphalaleni High School.
Health and Sanitation
A new clinic was built to enhance access to healthcare services for residents, reducing the need for long-distance travel.
Clean water and sanitation projects have been implemented to benefit various communities, including Ebulimeni, Lubhujini, Busheleletini, and Mtjopane. Schools and other facilities, such as Ekuvinjelweni High School and Maphalaleni High School, also benefit from these projects. These initiatives have significantly reduced waterborne diseases in the area.
Electricity
Maphalaleni has an electricity scheme that provides residents with subsidized electricity, aiming to improve the quality of life across the constituency.
Culture
Maphalaleni is renowned for its vibrant cultural traditions, particularly in traditional dance. Schools in the constituency consistently excel in cultural dance competitions, with some students gaining employment or securing school placements in urban areas due to their cultural skills.
Community Health
The constituency has community health workers (bagcugcuteli) Maphalaleniis a constituency (Inkhundla) situated in the Highveld region of Eswatini, within the Hhohho District. It is located near the country's administrative capital, Mbabane. The constituency is defined by its rich cultural heritage, ongoing development projects, and strong community governance.
Maphalaleni Chiefdom
It is under the reign of chief Mashila Dlamini.
References
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- "Tinkhundla Administration". www.gov.sz. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
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- Maziya, Mfanfikile. "Hon. Minister Mabulala Maseko Profile". www.gov.sz. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
- "Times Of Swaziland". www.times.co.sz. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
- "NEWLY BUILT CLINIC, BRIDGE LEAVES MAPHALALENI RESIDENTS EXCITED - Eswatini Positive News". eswatinipositivenews.online. 2021-09-22. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
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- Statoids.com, retrieved December 11, 2010
| Regions and tinkhundla of Eswatini | |
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| Hhohho Region | |
| Lubombo Region | |
| Manzini Region | |
| Shiselweni Region | |
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