Communist Party of Swaziland calls for establishment of true democracy in Eswatini [SOUND]

# The Communist Party of Swaziland is calling for comprehensive political change to establish true democracy and ensure the rights of all citizens in Eswatini. Yesterday, the party commemorated 52 years of the infamous 1973 decree that banned political parties and established an absolute monarchy by King Mswati III. The CPS International Secretary, Simphiwe Dlamini says unbanning political parties and media is crucial for fostering a democratic environment. He adds that citizens must have the freedom to organize and express their political views without fear of reprisal: