01/06/2026
Matsapha Town Council at the forefront of climate-resilient urban planning.
Our Town Planner, Thulani Maphalala, recently served as a panel member at the symposium on "Climate-Resilient Urban Planning and Affordable Housing in Eswatini", held at the University of Eswatini's Sports Emporium, where he and the panel went into detail on urban, peri-urban and rural development, land tenure systems, affordable housing, integrated spatial planning, and environmental sustainability.
Honourable Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Apollo Maphalala, delivered a powerful address, reminding all that "housing is not merely shelter, but dignity." He outlined the Ministry's Strategic Plan 2025–2030, which aims to use innovative planning to deliver a safe and sustainable future for all Emaswati.
The event, organised by UNIGEPS (University of Eswatini Geography, Environmental Science and Planning Society), brought together key stakeholders including the Ministry of Education (represented by Mr. Lungelo J. Nhlengetfwa), the University's Vice Chancellor Professor J.M. Thwala, NDMA CEO Victor Mahlalela, EEA Executive Director Isaac Dladla, and representatives from local authorities including Manzini and Malkerns Town Council.
Matsapha Cares. That is why we remain committed to making Matsapha a liveable and sustainable investment town today and for generations to come.