Government has announced plans to establish industrial parks across all four regions of the country as part of efforts to accelerate industrialisation and stimulate economic growth.
This means that each region will have specially planned, zoned, and developed areas designed for manufacturing, logistics, and industrial businesses rather than residential or commercial use.
They provide shared, specialized infrastructure such as transport hubs, power, and waste treatment to boost economic development, foster collaboration among businesses, and facilitate efficient supply chains.
Prime Minister, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, revealed the initiative during the launch of the 2026 Eswatini Investment Conference, describing it as a key strategy to promote inclusive and decentralised economic development.
According to the Prime Minister, the industrial parks will form part of Government’s broader strategy to attract new investment and create employment opportunities for emaSwati.
“A key focus will be the roll-out of industrial parks across the four regions of Eswatini,” he said. “These parks will play a vital role in accelerating inclusive, decentralised industrialisation and creating sustainable employment opportunities for our people.”
The planned parks are expected to provide infrastructure and an enabling environment for businesses to establish manufacturing and production facilities in different parts of the country.
Government believes the initiative will help unlock regional economic potential while ensuring that the benefits of industrial development are spread more evenly across the country.
Dlamini noted that the industrial parks will also support the country’s investment promotion efforts by offering ready-made locations for investors seeking to establish operations in Eswatini.
The initiative forms part of Government’s broader programme of economic reforms aimed at improving the investment climate and strengthening the country’s competitiveness in the region.
The Prime Minister said the upcoming investment conference will provide an opportunity to showcase these plans to both local and international investors. The conference will highlight priority projects and future development plans that Government believes can unlock significant investment into the Kingdom.