His Majesty King Mswati III of Swaziland has gone to the Kingdom of Lesotho, where he will be the distinguished guest for King Letsie III’s 60th birthday celebration today. The King will be among the many visitors to the event, which will take place at The Setsoto Stadium in Maseru, the country’s capital. It is set to be an exciting ceremony featuring leaders from all over the world.
As part of the birthday celebrations, His Majesty will also attend a luncheon hosted by the Basotho King for his guests. The King flew out of King Mswati III International Airport yesterday afternoon, where he was greeted by Emakhosikati, Sigodlo, chiefs, Prime Minister Cleopas Dlamini and his deputy, Themba Masuku, as well as Cabinet Ministers. Emabandla, top government officials, and business leaders gathered at the airport to wish His Majesty and his team a safe journey.
Regiments sang and danced, wishing His Majesty and his team a safe journey to Lesotho. Their Royal Highnesses, Ministers and top government officials are also on the King’s entourage, which is set to return home following the festivities. At the time of writing, His Majesty and his team had made it safely to Lesotho, where senior government officials and other dignitaries greeted them. 
The King’s formal birthday festivities, which are a significant public event, have been cycled around the country since 2003. This was done to introduce Lesotho residents to the event and provide them the opportunity to sample various cultural dishes from throughout the country. The festivities include special award ceremonies, military parades, special prayers for the nation, and traditional song and dance routines.
What do you make of the visit by King Mswati III to the Kingdom of Lesotho? Do you think the visit will be productive or will it just be an opportunity for the king to go on vacation? What benefit do you think the visit may be for either country? Join the conversation.
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