Background & History

Welcome to the ENTC culture page, where we celebrate the rich biodiversity and vibrant heritage of Eswatini. Our institution is dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism, conserving natural resources, and preserving the cultural treasures that define our nation. Join us in exploring the unique connections between nature and culture as we work towards a harmonious future for both our communities and the environment.

Eswatini Culture

Immerse Yourself in the Vibrant Tapestry of Eswatini Culture: Where Tradition Meets Modernity

Places to Explore

ESWATINI NATIONAL MUSEUM

Journey Through Time and Culture!

The Eswatini National Museum is a section in the Department of Cultural Heritage, regulated and managed by the Eswatini National Trust Commission.

King Sobhuza II Park

Uncover Stories of Tradition and Innovation

The King Sobhuza II Park (KSP) is a National Monument built and officially opened on 13 May 1994. The Eswatini National Trust Commission (ENTC) manages KSP.

Mantenga Nature reserve and cultural Village

Experience Eswatini’s Nature and Culture!

Visitors are encouraged to interact with the people in the village and can do so by grinding maize,

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Activities

Discover the Majesty of Eswatini: Where Tradition Meets Adventure

hiking

Canopy tours

Picnicking

Safari

fishing

Camping

Accommodation

Mantenga CULTURAL VILLAGE Chalets

Mantenga consists of luxurious chalets sleeping 2 people each. Some of the chalets are equipped with shower and bath tub, while some are equipped with shower only,

MAGADZAVANE CHALETS

The lodge has outstanding views of the valley below and has 20 furnished en-suite chalets situated 15km away from Siteki on the edge of the Lubombo escarpment. It has bar,

Malolotja Cabins

The cabins at Malolotja are situated near the main entrance gate to the reserve, with views over a small valley in open veld grassland, with the more dramatic mountains of the

Mantenga Chalets (single)

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Mantenga Chalets (Double)

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MAPELEPELE COTTAGE

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MAGADZAVANE CHALETS

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Malolotja Cabins

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Malolotja Env-Education Center

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Eswatini National Trust Commission

The Eswatini National Trust Commission (ENTC) is responsible for conservation of the Kingdom’s natural and cultural heritage as mandated by the National Trust Commission Act No. 9 of 1972; amended by the King’s Order in Council of 1973. The ENTC carries out its mandate through proclamation and management of national parks and reserves, national museums and monuments.

The ENTC is an independent statutory body and a government parastatal, operating at the present time under the umbrella of the Ministry of Tourism and Environment Affairs. The strategic and policy framework of the organization is facilitated by a Board of Commissioners appointed by the Minister in terms of the NTC Act and the Public Enterprise Control and Monitoring Act.

The objectives of the Eswatini National Trust Commission are to:

Preserve natural and cultural heritage
Continue to develop nature conservation in the country
Create awareness and educate the public on conservation of natural and cultural heritage
Promote tourism relating to the natural and cultural heritage of the country
Implementation of all activities relating to biodiversity conservation, including responsibilities as recognised by the Eswatini Environmental Authority and other government bodies
Implementation of other biodiversity related legislation

It is important to ensure that all ENTC's activities have a minimum negative impact on the long term conservation of the natural and cultural heritage. The ENTC has a vital role to play in enhancing the quality of life in Eswatini, through conservation of its natural and cultural heritage, in the long term. The ENTC's responsibilities are on a national level and are not restricted to existing ENTC managed areas.

Operations

The Chief Executive Officer is the administrative authority with a management team of 5 responsible for the various key functions; Human Resources, Finance, Nature Conservation, Cultural Heritage Business Development Unit.
The Commission receives an annual government subvention
The subvention is augmented with revenue generated from the tourism and hospitality operations
The Trust Commission presently administers:
1. Eswatini National Museum
2. King Sobhuza II Park
3. Mantenga Nature Reserve and Cultural Village
4. Malolotja Nature Reserve, with the adjacent Hawane Dam Reserve
5. Mlawula Nature Reserve with Magadzavane Lodge

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