The Eswatini Cricket Association (ECA) is the official governing body for cricket in the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). Headquartered in Matsapha, we oversee all forms of cricket nationwide, managing national teams across men's, women's, and junior levels.

Cricket in Eswatini began in the late 1970s and was revived in 2005 by a dedicated group of five individuals. We were accepted as an Affiliate Member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in June 2007, and promoted to Associate Member status in 2017 – the second-highest level of ICC membership. We are also proud members of the African Cricket Association.

Our mission is to develop cricket at all levels, with a strong focus on junior development from Under-10 through to Under-19, ensuring a sustainable talent pipeline for the future.

🏆 Recent Recognition & Achievements

National Sports Awards 2024

• • Outstanding Sports Association of the Year 2024 – Eswatini Cricket Association
• • Outstanding Sports Administrator of the Year 2024 – Mandla Dlamini (Operations Officer)

📚 Development & Capacity Building

ICC Level 1 Umpire Tutors Course (April 2025)

A three-day ICC-sanctioned course held at Bethel Court, Ezulwini, attended by participants from Eswatini, Botswana, Lesotho, and Mozambique. Six EmaSwati were trained as certified ICC Level 1 Umpire Tutors:

• • Mancoba Jele
• • Ntombizodwa Mkhatshwa
• • Mbali Dlamini
• • Siphesihle Kubheka
• • Sohail Khan
• • Zenzele Mazibuko

ICC Level One Coaching Course (February/March 2026)

Funded by International Olympic Solidarity through EOCGA, this three-day programme trained 26 participants, including teachers preparing for the school sports calendar.

• Course Facilitator: Landry Rurangwa
• Local Coach Tutors: Mbali Dlamini and Sibongiseni Dlamini
• Notable Graduate: Zenzile Mpofu (Moneni Pirates Assistant Coach)

The programme ensures cricket enjoys a balanced standing alongside football in schools.

🌱 Grassroots & School Cricket

Mini-Cricket Festival (Lavumisa Cluster, July 2024)

Ten schools participated in this vibrant festival showcasing young cricket talent:

• • Winner: Hlushwane Primary School
• • Participating Schools: Nsubane, Lavumisa, Mlindazwe, Mthonjeni, Mgampondo, Phumelela, Faith Eternal Academy, Nkuntjini, Nsalitje 1

The festival brought the community together in support of future cricket stars.

🏅 Featured Players & Records

• • Melusi Magagula – Men's National Team Captain
• • Adil Butt – Most T20I runs for Eswatini (823 runs, average 34.29, 2022-2025)
• • Haris Rashid – 239 T20I runs (2022-2025)
• • Nothando Mabila – Top scorer for Women's Team vs Sierra Leone (20* off 18 balls)
• • Mbali Dlamini – Women's National Team Captain; ICC Level 1 Umpire Tutor
• • Ntombizodwa Mkhatshwa – Women's Team player; ICC Level 1 Umpire Tutor

🤝 Affiliations

• • International Cricket Council (ICC) – Associate Member (since 2017)
• • African Cricket Association – Regional body
• • Eswatini Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (EOCGA)
• • Eswatini Sport and Recreation Council (ESRC) – Recognized National Sports Association

📞 For queries / more info: 📱 +268 76152473 | 📧 swazilandcricket@swazi.net