The Mayor's Office oversees the operation of Council. The Mayor, elected by Councilors, chairs Council meetings. In his absence, the Deputy Mayor holds fort. Councilors, under the leadership of the Mayor, approve and make all the necessary policies as advised by the Town Clerk/Chief Executive Officer. This office also forms the link between the public served and the municipal council. The office's ultimate goal is to ensure  good governance and that the public's concerns and aspirations are taken on board in all Council operations.

GOVERNANCE

A Council made out of twelve (12) Councilors governs the city of Manzini. All Councilors are democratically elected by residents from all the 12 municipal wards with each ward electing its Councilor. The term of office for all Councilors is five (5) years after which the city goes back to the polls to elect the next Council. The elections are governed by the Elections Regulations as amended in 1998. These Regulations are derived from section eight (8) of the Urban Government Act. The Act gives powers to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development to regulate elections. It also spells qualification of candidates.