Eswatini

Kingdom of Eswatini

"A landlocked Southern African kingdom known for its wildlife reserves and traditional monarchy."

Southern Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Absolute Monarchy

Capital City

Mbabane

-26.32°, 31.13°

Official Languages

English, Swazi

Population

1.23M

Total Area

17.36K km²

Population Density

70.87 people per km²

Currency

Swazi lilangeni, South African rand

L, R

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#154
1,230,506

Total Population+0.9%

2023
#167
64.1 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#165
24.8%

Urban Population

2023
#60
2.75

Fertility Rate

2023
#137
57.6%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#157
$4.4B

GDP+5%

2023
#129
$3.6K

GDP per Capita

2023
#68
2.6%

Inflation

2019
#177
34.4%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#165
54.6

Gini Index

2016

Frequently Asked Questions About Eswatini

What is the capital of Eswatini?

Eswatini's capital city is Mbabane.

What is the population of Eswatini?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Eswatini is approximately 1.23M people. This makes it the 154th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Eswatini?

Eswatini spans a total area of approximately 17,364 square kilometers (6,704.28 square miles).

Which continent is Eswatini in?

Eswatini is located in Africa, specifically within the Southern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Eswatini?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Eswatini is approximately $4.44B USD. This ranks Eswatini as the 157th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.