The people of Eswatini head to the polls Friday for elections – despite the fact that political parties are banned. In the last absolute monarchy of Africa, formerly known as Swaziland, all powers are vested in King Mswati III. Elected members of parliament serve as his advisors.
More than 580,000 registered voters will elect 59 members of Eswatini’s lower house, while King Mswati III will appoint an additional 10. He also chooses 20 of the 30 senators in the upper house.
