King Mswati III, renowned as both the ruler of eSwatini and the leader of the Swazi Royal Family, inherited his esteemed position from his father at a young age and has since retained it. Much like his predecessors, he upholds polygamy as a cultural symbol of the nation....For More CONTINUE THE FULL READING▶▶
During the early years of his reign, King Mswati faced challenges defending the monarchy, marked by excessive luxury and corruption. This extravagant lifestyle, including an ever-expanding family of wives and children, drew resentment from the general population. By the age of 40, he had more than a dozen wives, all enjoying opulent lives in contrast to most Swazis.
Notably, King Sobhuza II married 125 women during his 82-year reign, prompting speculation that King Mswati aims to surpass this record. At 53 years old, he has already married 15 wives, although tradition dictates the selection of a new wife each year, with the first two spouses chosen by national counselors.(BND)
While accusations of kidnapping women for marriage have been levied against King Mswati, they remain unproven. The monarch’s opulent lifestyle has drawn criticism, evident in his annual household budget of $61 million and ownership of a $500,000 Maybach 62, the flagship luxury vehicle from the company. His estimated net worth stands at around $200 million.BND..…CONTINUE.FULL.READING>>>
