The Eswatini national anthem, “Nkulunkulu Mnikati wetibusiso temaSwati” (O Lord, Bless the Nation of Swazis), celebrates the unity and heritage of the Swazi nation. Below are the original lyrics in Swazi (siSwati) and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Nkulunkulu Mnikati wetibusiso temaSwati (O Lord, Bless the Nation of Swazis)
- Written Date: 1968
- Lyricist: Fanyana Simelane
- Composer: David Kenneth Rycroft
- Official Adoption Date: 1968
Original Lyrics in Swazi (siSwati)
Nkulunkulu Mnikati wetibusiso temaSwati,
Siyatibonga tonkhe tinhlanhla,
Sibusiso seNkhosi yetfu.
Siyinike imibuso nemikhosi,
Sibusiso seNkhosi yetfu.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Eswatini national anthem English version. “Nkulunkulu Mnikati wetibusiso temaSwati” reflects the pride and unity of Eswatini. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
O Lord, bless the nation of Swazis,
We give thanks for all our good fortune,
The blessing of our King.
We offer thanks and prayers,
The blessing of our King.
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