Swazi Candles

Swazi Candles is situated in the Malkerns Valley in the Kingdom of Swaziland. It has been producing fine handmade candles since 1981. Local Swazi artists and craftsmen produce unique candle designs which are renowned throughout the world. Each Swazi Candle, unique in shape and character, is hand-moulded and hand-finished.

The humble home of Swazi Candles is very popular with the public. The rural farm-like setting includes a small candle workshop, a factory showroom where you can buy candles, an open air arts & crafts area with artists producing sculptures on site, a small clothing store and an informal coffee shop.

The candles are made in line with the ancient art of millefiore (from Alexandria, Murano & Venice). Instead of glass, the gifted candle makers of Swaziland use a special wax to create their colourful designs. A hard wax veneer forms the outer shell of the candle, which hardly melts when the candle is lit. Hence a rich, romantic glow illuminate the exterior as the candle burns.

The candle makers model a wide range of sizes and shapes, and even the smallest is moulded with great attention to detail. Shapes and veneers vary from the more traditional to the entirely original, inspired by the patterns, colours and animals of Africa. Exciting innovations are introduced regularly to expand the already considerable range and to ensure its quality.

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Swaziland

Swaziland, located in Southern Africa, is home to the siSwati-speaking Swazi nation. It was a British protectorate from 1906 until its full independence in 1968. It is a small landlocked kingdom of less than one million people, bordered by South Africa on three sides and Mozambique to the east.

Ezulwini Valley

Swaziland’s Ezulwini Valley lies between Mbabane, the capital city to its north, and Manzini to its south. Various attractions are located within, or close to the Valley. It is home to company HQ’s, a couple of malls and various hotels. Ezulwini is a popular destination for local and international tourists alike.

The Swazi People

The Swazi people is a Southern African ethnic or language group that reside primarily in the Kingdom of Swaziland, but also in large numbers in the neighbouring South African province of Mpumalanga. The Swazi language - Swazi or siSwati - fall within Southern Africa’s Nguni group of languages, as do Zulu and Xhosa.