A History Of Swaziland

Laurel Rose analyzes how traditional ruling elites in Swaziland, as in other parts of Africa, use harmony ideologies to downplay and resolve land disputes. Such disputes could be used by foreign development agents or indigenous new elites as justification for implementing land tenure changes, including a reduction of traditional elites' power based upon land control. Swazi commoners accept the cultural value and legitimacy of most harmony ideologies, but they adopt various strategies when disputing about particular land rights in order to produce more favorable outcomes. This book is unusual in its focus on political rather than economic dimensions of land tenure and disputes. It searches for links between individual concerns with land use rights and national concerns with land policy. It also examines gender and leadership issues associated with land, showing how women and new elites threaten land interests of men and traditional leaders.

The Politics of Harmony: Land Dispute Strategies in Swaziland (African Studies)

A scholarly and engaging study, this history of Swaziland, by an author who spent many years in the kingdom, presents a vivid account of the interplay of politics and personalities along the passage to post-colonial independence. From the early stages of Swazi occupation of the present-day kingdom to the accession of Sobhuza II as king in 1921, this book traces problems in consolidating leadership under the Dlamini chieftaincy and examines the infuence of Boer and British settlers, and of mining and commercial interests, on Swazi culture and governance. It recounts the story of a thriving small nation that sought to maintain traditional customs and institutions in the face of a powerful European presence.



Each of the sixteen chapters concentrates on an aspect of political history that has influenced the character of the present-day kingdom, and much of the material, especially after 1900, has not been utilized in previous studies. The introduction looks at Swazi experience in a contemporary context, evaluating historic forces that have made for stability in a rapidly changing world. Other sections detail the Swazi reaction to European-controlled neighboring states (the Transvaal, Natal, and Mozambique), the tensions introduced by successive Boer and British policies, the Swazi detachment during two external wars (1899-1902 and 1914-1918), and widespread concerns about colonialism and self-governance following World War I.

The Kingdom of Swaziland: Studies in Political History

Weeding the Flowerbeds

A case study based upon information collected during half a century of field research in Swaziland, presenting insight into the dynamics of the country's independence, problems facing traditional leaders, and conflicts of interest and personalities.

The Swazi: A South African Kingdom

Take a Walk on the Wild Side...


Join travel adventurer John Dwyer on his epic journey from vibrant Cape Town to wild Kruger Park. Aided by his vivid descriptions and colorful commentary, you will come face to face with Great White sharks, get off the beaten track on the Wild Coast, soak up the raw energy of the townships, spot dangerous animals in Kruger National Park and wonder at the incredible biodiversity of the Garden Route.

This is more Than Just a Travel Journal

Through his engaging writing and sense of humor, the author takes you on an unforgettable journey through the spectacular scenery and tribal cultures of the "Rainbow Nation". He also offers an in-depth look at the history of apartheid and its effects on the people of South Africa. Sprinkled with quotes from Nelson Mandela’s book, "Long Walk to Freedom", this is the inspirational story of a proud and determined country.

You’ll enjoy this fascinating tour of South Africa and Swaziland as Dwyer meets South Africans of all backgrounds, such as politicians, soccer players, fiendish witchdoctors and annoying tourists.

If you’re interested in the history of South Africa or have ever dreamed of visiting this exotic country, you’ll love Cape Town to Kruger.

Cape Town to Kruger: Backpacker Travels in South Africa and Swaziland

A guide to all the dragonflies and damselflies of Britain and Europe. It covers all of Europe, from the Arctic Circle to the Mediterranean Basin, including western Turkey, Cyprus, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and the Azones, Canaries and Madeira. It also contains an introduction to studying and identifying dragonflies, and more.

Field Guide to the Dragonflies of Britain and Europe

As Americans, we're not unfamiliar with the fact that many areas of Africa are still disadvantaged in multiple ways. Hospitals don't have the supplies they need, AIDS is a lingering threat, incest and sexual assault are stoically accepted, and countless families go without enough to eat.

It's easy to read and understand all that, but seeing it in person touched Kay Cassidy West in a way that nothing had before. Previously obsessive about germs and unsure of the real impact she could make, she trusted in God and followed his lead to Swaziland, where she was overwhelmed with tenderness for its people.

Wanting to help out however possible, West led Bible studies, drove ailing villagers to the medical clinic, distributed food and blankets, and sang hymns by candlelight. Though the local women were used to being treated as second-class citizens, she forged beautiful relationships with them and showed them God's love every step of the way.

West articulately shares her life-changing account through colorful anecdotes, scripture verses, and moments of prayer. "Refiner's Fire" will give you glimpses of gorgeous African wildlife and, more importantly, the heart of Jesus Christ.

Refiner's Fire: My Walk with God in the Kingdom of Swaziland

Excerpt from Dawn in Swaziland

The substance of the last three chapters of the book appeared in the Net, which is the official organ of the Diocese of Zululand.

Dawn in Swaziland

Ten-year-old Benedict is feeling happy. His family's new home in Swaziland has the most beautiful garden in the whole entire world, teeming with insects, frogs and his favourite cinnamon-coloured birds. Here, crouched in the cool shade of the lucky-bean tree, it's easy to forget the loneliness that comes from his siblings playing without him, easy to stop himself fretting about how to fix his Mama's failing cake-baking business. Of course, there are many things in Africa that cannot be put right by a boy who isn't yet big. But in Benedict's wonder-filled world, even the ugliest situation has a certain magic. Warm, funny and brimming with life, Where Hoopoes Go to Heaven paints a fresh and compelling picture of life in Swaziland that will capture your imagination and restore your faith in humanity.

When Hoopoes Go to Heaven

This title was first published in 2000: Up-to-date information on socio-economic issues in contemporary Swaziland is not always readily accessible. This work fills that gap, by including contributions by Swazi scholars, based on recent research. Swaziland is of particular interest because of its culture and development, the special characteristics of small states and regional development in Southern Africa. Swaziland faces some problems found generally in developing areas but others are distinctive. The cultural dimension to development is paid close attention throughout.

Swaziland: Contemporary Social and Economic Issues

Nila was only eight years old when her parents took her to live in Swaziland. While in Africa, she wrote letters to classmates back in New York. It was from this series of letters that Nila's story was born--a story about a unique set of people, their culture and customs. Color illustrations.

Learning to Swim in Swaziland: A Child's Eye-View of a Southern African Country

South African Cuisine: Recipes of Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe

This volume analyzes the corruption phenomenon in Africa and how to combat it from a governance perspective with illustrated case studies from three of the most corrupt of those nations covering, respectively, the Southern Africa region (Swaziland); the Eastern Africa region (Kenya); and the Western Africa region (Nigeria). Drawing on the available data, research literature, and field practice experience, the nature and extent of corruption are identified; the factors influencing the causes and determining the consequences of corruption are delineated; measures that have been put in place to control corruption are outlined and discussed; and new policy solutions are proposed and advocated to more effectively control the corruption menace in Africa.

Corruption and Governance in Africa: Swaziland, Kenya, Nigeria

Swaziland: The Land and Its People

Contemporary forms of living and dying in Swaziland cannot be understood apart from the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, according to anthropologist Casey Golomski. In Africa's last absolute monarchy, the story of 15 years of global collaboration in treatment and intervention is also one of ordinary people facing the work of caring for the sick and dying and burying the dead. Golomski's ethnography shows how AIDS posed challenging questions about the value of life, culture, and materiality to drive new forms and practices for funerals. Many of these forms and practicesnewly catered funeral feasts, an expanded market for life insurance, and the kingdom's first crematoriumare now conspicuous across the landscape and culturally disruptive in a highly traditionalist setting. This powerful and original account details how these new matters of death, dying, and funerals have become entrenched in peoples' everyday lives and become part of a quest to create dignity in the wake of a devastating epidemic.

Funeral Culture: Aids, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom

The Legend of Japhane Magagula and other stories: Tales from the Swaziland Bushveld

The book, Teaching English in Swaziland: The Life and Days of Gordon Thomas is about Gordon the teacher and mentor.His life at Manzini Nazarene is one that all his students remember as filled with great moments of teaching and learning. In this book his ideas on teaching are written about in a semi-fictional manner that enables readers to think about their own teaching.The dedication he brought to the teaching task has been analyzed to bring out how he taught composition, poetry, drama and the novel. His students in the class of "'74 "called him "Chaucer." We thank York University and the Church of the Nazarene for making it possible for such a great teacher and thinker to "sow" into our lives. His students have grown to be professors, ministers, ambassadors and many other important careers that are serving the nation of Swaziland in wonderful ways. The life of a Christian teacher is something that can never be replaced in the lives of students. Gordon will be remembered in all the countries around the world where he worked for all that he gave.Gordon Thomas died of melanoma cancer in 2006.


Swaziland

A History Of Swaziland

J.S.M. Matsebula

The Politics of Harmony: Land Dispute Strategies in Swaziland (African Studies)

Laurel L. Rose

The Kingdom of Swaziland: Studies in Political History

D. Hugh Gillis

Weeding the Flowerbeds

Sarah Mkhonza

The Swazi: A South African Kingdom

Hilda Kuper

Cape Town to Kruger: Backpacker Travels in South Africa and Swaziland

John Dwyer

Cape Town to Kruger: Backpacker Travels in South Africa and Swaziland

John Dwyer

Field Guide to the Dragonflies of Britain and Europe

Klaas-Douwe B. Dijkstra

Refiner's Fire: My Walk with God in the Kingdom of Swaziland

Kay Cassidy West

Dawn in Swaziland

Christopher Charles Watts

When Hoopoes Go to Heaven

Gaile Parkin

Swaziland: Contemporary Social and Economic Issues

Peter G Forster

Learning to Swim in Swaziland: A Child's Eye-View of a Southern African Country

Nila K. Leigh

South African Cuisine: Recipes of Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe

J.R. Stevens

Cape Town to Kruger: Backpacker Travels in South Africa and Swaziland

John Dwyer

Corruption and Governance in Africa: Swaziland, Kenya, Nigeria

Kempe Ronald Hope Sr.

Swaziland: The Land and Its People

Cecilia Lawrence

Funeral Culture: Aids, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom

Casey Golomski

The Legend of Japhane Magagula and other stories: Tales from the Swaziland Bushveld

Mpunzane Purcell

Teaching English in Swaziland: Essays on the Life of Gordon James Thomas

Sarah Mkhonza