By Wenkhosi Khumalo
The Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) continues to invest in the country’s human capital.
From 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026, the Fund hosted interns through the EYEP programme, marking the second time that it had participated in the initiative.
ENPF Human Resources Manager Muzi Mngomezulu, thanked the government, through the Ministry of Economic Planning and Development, for spearheading and funding this life-changing national programme for the youth.
“This is one of many programmes that show a government that delivers to the people, particularly the youth. Of course, the whole world is facing many socio-economic challenges, but it is heartening to note that His Majesty’s government continues to deliver life transforming projects,” says Mngomezulu.
He says the Fund hosted eight interns across key departments, ensuring they received direct workplace exposure and mentorship.
The placements were:
- Colani Matsenjwa – IT Support
- Tandzile Mavimbela – IT Development
- Melizwe Mkhize – Property and Maintenance (Plumbing)
- Mqondi Dlamini – Procurement
- Celiwe Mabundza – Human Resources
- Khanyakwezwe Dlamini – Customer Service
- Sinenkosi Msomi – Customer Service
- Nkhanyiso Mabuza – Customer Service
Mngomezulu said the programme is designed to tackle one of the biggest barriers facing graduates, which is the lack of practical experience.
“Too many young people leave university or college with qualifications, but without the experience employers are looking for. EYEP helps close that gap while building a more confident and employable generation.”
He said Lidlelantfongeni views participation in the programme as part of its broader responsibility to invest in the country’s human capital.
“We do not see interns as people who are simply passing through. We treat them as colleagues because we want them to understand both the responsibility and the pride that comes with serving emaSwati.”
Mngomezulu added that, since the formal rollout of EYEP in 2023, around 60 per cent of graduates who have gone through the programme have moved into full-time employment or entrepreneurship.
He said that record is one of the reasons Lidlelantfongeni believes the programme should continue to expand.
“If more organisations open their doors to young people, we can make a meaningful difference to unemployment in our country. The talent is there. What is needed is the opportunity.”