Occurred Jul 10, 2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

First published Nov 4, 2026, 12:45:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 4, 2026, 12:45:15 AM UTC

Eswatini travel advisory: Level 2 caution due to crime and unrest

Reported by travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories

The advisory recommends increased caution in Eswatini, citing common crime, sporadic armed robberies and carjackings, and occasional demonstrations that may turn violent. It advises Americans to avoid public gatherings; the item was published July 10, 2026.

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Affected location: Eswatini

Illustrative image: Flying over 225 Street in Springfield Gardens, the Kingdom of Eswatini's Airbus A340-300 is on final approach to Runway 22R at JFK Airport for the 2019 United Nations' General Assembly meetings. — Adam Moreira (AEMoreira042281)/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

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The source warns travelers of crime and unrest and advises avoiding public gatherings.

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