About ENCAC

Safeguarding the cultural heartbeat of the Kingdom of Eswatini

Mission & Vision

Mission

Safeguarding Eswatini’s intangible cultural heritage, developing creative talent through training and capacity-building programs, and planning and executing cultural events that celebrates Eswatini’s diverse heritage. ENCAC also engages communities through accessible arts and cultural programmes and builds bridges between Eswatini and the global cultu0ral community. 

Vision

To play a pivotal role in developing, promoting and preserving arts and culture, instilling pride and enriching the livelihood of Emaswati. 

 

 

Company Values

* Integrity

* Accessibility

* Transparancy

* Accountability

* Promoting Unity and Diversity

10+ Yearly Events
20+ Cultural Programmes
200+ Artists Supported
4 Decades of Service

History

ENCAC serves as the primary institution for the coordination and implementation of cultural policies in Eswatini. We work closely with government ministries, cultural organisations, and community groups to safeguard the nation's intangible cultural heritage while fostering contemporary artistic expression.

 

Our programmes span cultural heritage preservation, arts development, community engagement, and international cultural exchange. Through these initiatives, we aim to strengthen national identity and promote cultural diversity.

Board of Directors

Mr Kenneth Tsabedze

Chairperson

Reginah Masilela

Finance

Siphesihle Nkwanyana

Member

Mzwandile Mthethwa

Member

Nhlanhlalenhle Mtsetfwa

Member

Mathokoza Sibiya

Member

Nothando Nhlengetfwa

Member

Nomvuyo Dlamini

Member

Our Team

Mr Stanley Dlamini

Mr Stanley Dlamini

CEO

Mr. Stanley Dlamini serves as the CEO of ENCAC, providing strategic leadership and oversight of all cultural programmes and institutional operations.

Vusi Nkambule

Vusi Nkambule

Arts Manager

Vusie Nkambule manages arts development initiatives including training workshops, capacity-building programmes, and support for emerging artists.

Thembekile Dlamini

Thembekile Dlamini

Culture Manager

Thembekile Dlamini leads the Cultural Affairs division, coordinating programmes related to heritage preservation, cultural research, and documentation.

Vuyisile Mabuza

Accounts Manager

Accounts

Nokthula Dlamini

Human Resources Officer

HR Department

Nomcebo Dlamini

Senior Regional Officer (Shiselweni Art Centre)

Zakithi Dlamini

Senior Regional Officer (Manzini Art Centre)

Mcolisi Dlamini

Communications Officer

Our Associations

Eswatini Poetry Association

International

Eswatini National Poetry Association (ENPA) is the national umbrella body dedicated to advancing, promoting, and pre...

Eswatini National Choral Music Association

International

Eswatini National Choral Music Association

Schools Culture Association

Regional

Schools Culture Association

Eswatini Gospel Music Association

International

Eswatini Gospel Music Association

Eswatini Music Association

International

Eswatini Music Association

Eswatini Dance Association

International

Eswatini Dance Association

Pageants Eswatini

International

Pageants Eswatini

Eswatini Models Association

International

⁠Eswatini Models Association

Imigidvo Yesintfu

International

Imigidvo Yesintfu

Eswatini National Film and TV Association

International

⁠Eswatini National Film and TV Association

Eswatini,Events,Managers & Promoters Association

International

Eswatini,Events,Managers & Promoters Association

Eswatini Fashion Designers

International

Eswatini Fashion Designers

Visual Arts Eswatini

International

⁠Visual Arts Eswatini

Association of Swaziland Theater Groups

International

Association of Swaziland Theater Groups

Eswatini Comedy Association

International

Eswatini Comedy Association

Eswatini DJ Association

International

The Eswatini DJs Association is the premier professional body dedicated to unifying, developing, and elevating the D...

Eswatini Producers Association

International

Eswatini Producers Association

Want to be part of Eswatini's cultural journey?

Get involved with ENCAC through our programmes, events, and partnerships. Together, we can preserve and celebrate our heritage.