This commentary and opinion derives from the reality that South African firms help the Swaziland monarch (King) in regal splendor because of the rich dividends he earns which allows him to live a decadent and lavish lifestyle amidst the poverty of his subjects. It shows for example how MTN and other South African companies profit from its King Mswati – protected monopoly, whilst the poor in the kingdom of Swaziland suffer from degradation and humiliation, amidst a sea of poverty. The law is eroded in this tiny kingdom and the future of a top Swazi judge hangs in the balance whilst accountability and the rule of law are eroded. He paper takes the form of a discussion in the form of an opinion or commentary. There is no research methodology, and findings.

This commentary and opinion derives from the reality that South African firms help the Swaziland monarch (King) in regal splendor because of the rich dividends he earns which allows him to live a decadent and lavish lifestyle amidst the poverty of his subjects. It shows for example how MTN and ot...