Why is tourism important to Eswatini’s economy?

Tourism has become a major sector of the economy in Eswatini, serving as a significant contributor to the nation's financial stability.1

The industry is primarily driven by visitors from South Africa and is centered around hotel and casino complexes, most notably in the central Ezulwini valley near the capital, Mbabane. Additional tourism infrastructure is located in Piggs Peak in the north and Nhlangano in the south. This sector is further supported by the production of high-quality handmade textiles, tapestries, and various stone and wooden handicrafts, which complement the tourism experience and provide additional economic value.12