Zwemart Isn't a Terrorist, He's a Freedom Fighter | OPINION

King Mswati's government has labelled independent journalist Zweli Martin Dlamini a terrorist. It is claimed that he and his publication, Swaziland News, are responsible for inciting violence in the kingdom. Zwemart, as his popularly known, is nothing more than freedom fighter; thus says this publication. We want the nation to see him as such, and honour him justly.


Wrong Label



Zwemart may not be on the battlefield throwing petrol bombs and facing teargas attacks from the police. He may not be physically fighting, but his contribution to the struggle can't be denied. He ought to be decorated as a hero, not labelled as a terrorist. Perhaps when Swaziland achieves democracy, he'll be honoured in the way he deserves to be.


Zweli is taking part in a revolutionary struggle to achieve a political goal in order to overthrow the government. To us, this is a noble cause. To the government, it's a terrorist act. Perhaps one day the narrative will change, perhaps one day we'll all thank him for what he's done.

In the Name of Freedom


It would appear there's a full-on war going on between the national security agencies and the pro-democracy camp. Protesters have been shot by the police and soldiers and now we're witnessing law enforcers getting shot. While the government may blame this on Zwemart, it's worth remembering that Prince Simelane once told police and soldiers to fight fire with fire. The fact of the matter is that Simelane's words were meant to inspire violence, so he might as well be called a terrorist too.


Do you think Zwemart is a terrorist or a freedom fighter? Would you say Prince Simelane should be labelled a terrorist as Zwemart is? What does the word terrorist mean to you? Let us know what you think in the comments section below, share with a liSwati, and FOLLOW FOR MORE ON SWAZILAND!






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