Activist was assassinated because he demanded democratic reforms, say supporters
The queen’s teeth were allegedly knocked out by the absolute monarch
More than 100 young protesters were killed by the police, sparking outrage against the king
Civil society has called for an investigation into King Mswati’s alleged crimes against humanity
A police officer has fled the country after making allegations of human rights abuses
King Mswati summons the nation to dialogue but avoids democratic engagement as death toll rises
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For weeks protests in eSwatini have raged, and dozens of people have been killed. But what is life like for those demanding democracy in the monarchy?
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