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Death and state funeral of Princess Lindiwe

Overview

Princess Lindiwe, the Minister of Home Affairs in Eswatini, passed away on September 16, 2026, following a short illness while receiving medical care. A member of the Cabinet since 2018, she was recognized by the government as a devoted public servant and a spiritual leader known as ‘Umkhokheli’.

Following her death, the government announced that Princess Lindiwe would be accorded a State Funeral to honor her national service. The arrangements include a State Memorial Service on September 25 at the Jesus Calls Worship Centre in Matsapha, followed by a State Funeral on September 26 at her home in Sidvokodvo. A Condolence Book has been opened at the Ministry of Home Affairs for the public.

Entities

Princess Lindiwe · Eswatini · S’khumbuzo Dlamini · Eswatini Government · King Mswati III

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Princess Lindiwe to be accorded State Funeral in Eswatini

    Eswatini will hold a State Memorial Service on September 25 and a State Funeral on September 26 for the late Minister for Home Affairs, Princess Lindiwe, in recognition of her public service.

  2. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Princess Lindiwe, Eswatini Minister of Home Affairs, dies

    Eswatini is mourning Princess Lindiwe, the Minister of Home Affairs, who died following a short illness. She had served in the Cabinet since 2018 and was noted for her spiritual leadership.

Sources

eswatiniobserver.com · gala.de · independentnews.co.sz · newsflash24.de · swazidailynews.com · times.co.sz