Ramaphosa hamstrung by Sadc inertia on violence in Eswatini
Members states have been arguing for weeks over the wording of a statement, sources say
20 October 2021 - 05:10
President Cyril Ramaphosa is hamstrung as a negotiator as rolling violent protests continue in Eswatini, with the Southern African Development Community (Sadc) divided on the approach it should take.
Sadc staff whom Business Day has spoken to say member states have been arguing about the wording of a statement for weeks in response to protests, which have flared up as campaigners took to the streets to express their anger over King Mswati III, whom they accuse of ignoring his people’s pleas for democratic reform...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.