King Mswati III Visits Ghana, Discusses Regional Conflicts

King Mswati III, the King and Head of State of Eswatini, undertook a significant four-day official visit to Ghana, arriving on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. His visit commenced with bilateral discussions hosted by President John Dramani Mahama at the Jubilee House before he proceeded to Asanteman. The following day, June 25, 2025, marked a much-anticipated encounter between King Mswati III and Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the King of Asanteman. Prior to this, King Mswati III addressed Ghana's National House of Chiefs, commending their contributions to national development and advocating for enhanced collaboration with his kingdom. Following his address, he was given a comprehensive tour of the Manhyia Palace Museum, where he gained insights into the rich history of the Asante Kingdom. The visit also included a durbar of chiefs held in his honor at the Manhyia Palace on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
A pivotal moment of King Mswati III's visit occurred on Friday, June 27, 2025, when Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II used the occasion to issue a powerful appeal to African countries grappling with conflicts. During an interaction with King Mswati at the Manhyia Palace, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II expressed deep concern over ongoing conflicts in regions such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, Chad, and Sudan. He underscored that such instability severely impedes the continent's growth and development, urging leaders like King Mswati to unite in efforts to restore peace.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II emphasized the urgent need for a climate of peace and brotherly understanding across Africa, passionately appealing to all combatants to lay down their arms and engage in peaceful dialogue. He specifically called for an end to hostile activities across the continent and stressed the importance of wise leadership to facilitate the restoration of unity, particularly within the ECOWAS sub-region. Lamenting the pervasive menace of instability, the Asantehene cautioned that its unresolved persistence could lead to dire consequences for future generations. He firmly asserted that violence offers no path to victory and only undermines Africa's destiny, pledging continued efforts towards regional peace and stability in the coming months.
King Mswati III concluded his official engagements in Ghana by attending the 58th Congregation of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) on Saturday, June 28, 2025. As the Chancellor of the university, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II was the special guest of honor, and King Mswati III's presence marked the culmination of his impactful visit to Ghana.