We are the fortress. Capital: Mbabane About 7/8ths the size of
New Jersey
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The People Population: 1,370,424
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The People RELIGION Zionist: blend of Christianity and
ancestral worship Other includes: Jewish, Anglican, Methodist, and
Mormon
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The People ETHNIC LANGUAGE & GROUPS SiSwati: official
English: official, government business conducted in English
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The People FOODS Food depends on season and climate. Staple
food: maize (corn). Usually eaten with beef, goat, or mutton Goat
meat is popular tastes like lamb mutton In times of drought dairy
products are usually reserved for children.
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The People culture- traditional ceremonies INCWALA first fruits
ceremony most important and sacred Swazi ceremony several weeks of
traditional dancing always joined by the King UMHLANGA reed dance
second most important ceremony one of the most colorful ceremonies
King Mswati III
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The People ENTERTAINMENT A dventure caving: spend 2 hours
exploring caves! B ird Watching R iver Rafting H orseback Riding H
elicopter Scenic Flights B ushman Paintings G uided Tours
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The People CHILDREN/SCHOOLS Despite the fact that school is not
free and the drop out rates are high, Swazilands literacy rate is
81.6% School is neither required nor free Nearly all children
attend school, but most drop out Only about 1 in 5 students that
enroll in primary school go on to secondary school Primary school
starts at age 7 in most areas Many families choose one child they
think will benefit most from school so that they only have to pay
one set of school fees a year
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The People HOUSING Typical houses are made of mud, wood, and
rocks. Some people can afford to build their house using bricks and
cement. Even though they are made of brick and cement they are not
always the best quality. Usually small houses consisting of only a
few rooms.
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The People Human Rights Issue HIV/AIDS Discriminating people
with AIDS prevents many people from getting tested. King Mswati III
often speaks out about the spread of AIDS, yet he still practices
polygamy. The King does not enforce equal rights for women, which
means the men can still sexually abuse the women increasing the
spread of HIV/AIDS. In America if you have a STD you are required
to inform your sexual partner of your disease, but in Swaziland
they are not required to inform their partner of their condition
which also increases the spread of AIDS. 61% of all deaths in the
country were caused from HIV/AIDS, which means about 2% of Swazi
people die from AIDS every year. About 11,000 new cases of HIV/AIDS
are reported each year in Swaziland.
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Geography POLITICAL PHYSICAL
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Geography CLIMATE REGIONS ECOSYSTEM Climate: Steppe Land use:
Grassland and Closed Forest
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Geography HOW DOES LAND AFFECT LIFE? The more the Swazis
urbanize the land the more environmental consequences they have.
Such as: Higher population density Depleted resources Increased
pollution Decreased environmental quality (less vegetation) Higher
land prices Arable land: 10.25%
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Natural Resources AsbestosCoal Quarry Stone Diamond and Gold
deposits Talc Cassiterite Clay Natural Vegetation is one of the
most important resources. Important source of food and fuel for
most of the people.
Economy Most important industry: Agricultural Industry
Attracted Coca-Cola and Cadbury The Agriculture Industry in
Swaziland focuses mainly on sugar, wood pulp, citrus, other fruit,
cotton, and meat. Mining has declined in importance to Swaziland
industries since the 1960s. Although diamonds and asbestos are
still important mined exports.
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Places of Interest Sibebe Rock Located along Pine Valley Road
Worlds largest exposed granite dome and 2nd biggest rock after
Ayers Rock in Australia. People are allowed to climb the rock, but
it is suggested you take a guided tour. Hlane Royal National Park
Swazilands largest protected area. Home to the largest herds of
game in Swaziland. Wildlife such as elephants, rhinos, lions, and
birds are often seen.
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History Swaziland Independence Was a South Africa protectorate
(country partly controlled by another country) from 1894 to 1899
until the Boer War. After the war, Swaziland was transferred to
British administration in 1902 where it was also a protectorate. On
September 6, 1968 it became the independent Kingdom of Swaziland.
Drought in Swaziland In 2002 thousands of Swazi people faced
starvation. 2 years of drought along with bad planning were blamed
for the crisis. The government spent 1/4 th the countrys budget on
a jet for the King instead of helping the people during the famine.
In 2004 a third year of drought came and human rights groups kept
the king from building million dollar homes for each of his 11
wives to instead help his country out of the drought.
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Government Absolute Monarchy King Mswati III- crowned King in
1986 when he was 18 years old Minister for Justice and
Constitutional Affairs: Magwagwa Mduli Prime Minister:Dr. Barnabas
Sibusiso Dlamini No Voting for King Crown is passed down by
generations King Mswati III Dr. Dlamini
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Government Military No one in charge of military. Volunteer
based military. Both sexes elligible 2 branches: Umbutfo Swaziland
Defense Force (Army) Royal Swaziland Police Force
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Conclusion Location: Swaziland is a landlocked country in
Southern Africa. Place: There are many wildlife reserves where you
can view elephants, lions, giraffes, and plenty of other animals in
their natural habitat. Interaction: Swaziland is constantly being
urbanized which increases pollution and prices throughout the
country. Movement: HIV/AIDS spreads unchecked in Swaziland. About
one in four adults live with AIDS. Region: Swaziland is very
mountainous and is mined there for its asbestos and diamonds.
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Data Comparison CountryCapital City Land Area (sq. miles)
Population (millions) Birthrate (per 1,000 population) Deathrate
(per 1,000 population) Annual Population Growth Rate (percentage)
World 51,789,516 6,0672291.4 United States Washington D.C.
3,717,796 3011480.9 Swaziland Mbabane6,7031.12730-0.23
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Data Comparison Country Projected Population 2025 (millions)
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000 births) Population Under Age 15
(percentage) Population Over Age 65 (percentage) Life Expectancy
(years) Urban Population (percentage) Per Capita GDP (U.S. dollars)
World7,8105731768454,890 United States 349.66201378 43,500
Swaziland 17241433235,500