Eswatini
Kingdom of Eswatini
People: Swazi
Eswatini is located in Southern Africa and has a population of around 1.2 million. Its capital city is Mbabane, and the most widely spoken official language is English. Eswatini is landlocked, sharing borders with 2 neighbouring countries.
Eswatini — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Eswatini |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Mbabane |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Southern Africa |
| Population | 1,235,549 |
| Area | 17,364 km² |
| Currency | Swazi lilangeni (SZL) L |
| Official Languages | English, Swazi |
| Dialling Code | +268 |
| Internet TLD | .sz |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | SZ / SWZ |
| Borders | Mozambique, South Africa |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Eswatini
What is the capital of Eswatini?
The capital of Eswatini is Mbabane.
What currency does Eswatini use?
Eswatini uses the Swazi lilangeni (SZL, symbol: L).
What language do they speak in Eswatini?
The official languages of Eswatini are English and Swazi.
What is the dialling code for Eswatini?
The international dialling code for Eswatini is +268.
What side of the road does Eswatini drive on?
Eswatini drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Eswatini
Mozambique
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