

More than just a structure, the Ezulwini Palazzo represents a defining moment for the Kingdom. It signals Eswatini’s readiness to compete on a global stage by attracting international conferences, high-level summits, and premier events. As highlighted by Times of Eswatini, the development strengthens the country’s position within the global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions space, opening new doors for international engagement and economic participation.
The facility itself is built to world-class standards, featuring a 1 800-seat theatre, a 3 000-delegate multipurpose hall, expansive exhibition areas, and premium conference facilities. Every detail has been designed to deliver a seamless experience for both local and international audiences, reinforcing Eswatini’s ability to host events of global significance.


Beyond its architectural presence, the Ezulwini Palazzo is already contributing to economic growth. It is expected to stimulate activity across tourism, hospitality, retail, and entrepreneurship, creating opportunities that extend far beyond its walls. The development also showcases the strength of local capability, proving that projects of international calibre can be successfully delivered through homegrown expertise.


Construction Associates has not only delivered a building, but a symbol of national progress. The Ezulwini Palazzo stands as a proud reflection of vision, execution, and the future of Eswatini on the world stage.
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Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade Manqoba Khumalo handed over a 23 000 square metre site for the construction of the Jonsson Workwear Factory. The site was handed over to Construction Associates (CA) on Monday. Upon completion, the project is expected to create over 3 000 jobs and 200 during the construction phase.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Minister Khumalo said: “This investment comes at a time when the country is in dire need to create jobs and also increase productivity. I believe the establishment of the investment will improve the livelihoods of emaSwati in this town and surrounding areas as well as open up other business opportunities”.

He highlighted that the aim is to address social and economic development challenges through synchronising planning across all Government spheres; in practical terms, local government planning to build factory shells and provide services that will realise improved livelihoods across the country.
“The joint product will uplift the broader populace. The presence of the decentralisation of firms and other Government services to the other minor towns outside of the Mbabane and Manzini corridor, informs and improves the whole country’s business ecosystem.”
The minister said the government is committed to working with the Nhlangano citizens.
“We urge the town to embrace this factory shell as their own and protect it. It will please me after 12 months to return here and find a completed factory shell. I also urge MSMEs to provide and supply some goods and services that may be required by the main contractor.”
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