King Mswati III of Eswatini has a unique royal family structure, comprising 16 wives with varying backgrounds and ages. Here’s a brief overview:
1. **Queen Lama** (55 years old) – The first wife, educated in Psychology and Law, has two sons.
2. **Queen Lut** (55 years old) – The second wife and a UN Goodwill Ambassador, she has four sons.
3. **Queen Lamba** (55 years old) – The first wife personally chosen by the king, she has three children (two sons and a daughter) and is active in AIDS initiatives.
4. **Queen Langa** (54 years old) – Also known as Carol Jamin, she is a patron of HOPE at Home and has four daughters.
5. **Kwana Wala** (50 years old) – Fled in 2004, previously known as Laa, and is believed to be in hiding.
6. **Delisa Magus** (50 years old) – Fled in 2004 after an affair; she later remarried and has two daughters.
7. **Queen Lamelo** (deceased, aged 37 at death in 2018) – Died under tragic circumstances after having two daughters.
8. **Angel Lamelo** (45 years old) – Married in 2012 and returned to the royal household after a brief departure; she has one daughter.
9. **Queen L** (39 years old) – A more private member of the family with one son.
10. **Queen Lamaan** (40 years old) – Married in 2002, she has two children (one son and one daughter).
11. **Queen Langa** (43 years old) – Married in 2005, she graduated in Human Resources Management and has one daughter.
12. **Queen Nona** (deceased, aged 31 at death in 2019) – Died from skin cancer after having three children.
13. **Queen Lul** (36 years old) – Married in 2007, she has six children (five daughters and one son).
14. **Queen Laan** (29 years old) – Became a queen in 2014, with two daughters.
15. **K. Mwam** (26 years old) – Married in 2017 while studying abroad; she has one son.
16. **Queen Zuma** (21 years old) – Recently married, she is the daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma.
These wives reflect the diverse tapestry of the royal family, each contributing uniquely to its heritage and responsibilities.