Eswatini, officially the Kingdom of Eswatini, is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. It is bordered by Mozambique to the northeast and South Africa to the north, west, and south. Eswatini is one of the world's last remaining absolute monarchies. The country gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1968 and has a population of approximately 1.2 million people. Mbabane is the capital and largest city of Eswatini. The country is known for its rich culture, traditional customs, and vibrant wildlife.