The Diocesan Green Anglican crew rolled up their sleeves for a powerful cleanup in the Emvutjini community, Ezulwini Parish — and it wasn’t just church members who showed up! Joining the mission were top officials from the Eswatini Environment Authority, the CEO of Ezulwini Municipality, a rep from the Royal Eswatini Police, local leaders, and tons of passionate community members.
Why We Did It
The goal? Simple but huge. A nearby river had turned into a dumping spot for all kinds of waste — a serious health threat to families who depend on that water. The campaign set out to clean up the mess and to bring together all diocesan guilds in one big act of creation care.
What Happened
The day was more than just picking up trash — it was about teamwork, awareness, and action. Everyone, from church leaders to environmental officials, got their hands dirty for the planet. The Eswatini Environment Authority even put up a warning sign to stop future dumping, and both the Authority and town council promised to back more church-led cleanups in the future.
Healing the Land
The team didn’t stop at trash removal — they also tackled invasive plant species that were choking the local ecosystem. Seeing clergy in gumboots, pulling weeds and clearing waste, sent a clear message: the church is serious about protecting God’s creation.
Together, this campaign wasn’t just a cleanup — it was a statement. Faith and action can go hand in hand for a cleaner, greener Eswatini. 🌱✨ Rev Sigudla
