Background
The Swazi people descend from the southern Bantu who migrated from central Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries together with the Xhosas and the Zulus, which belong to the Nguni subgroup. The Swazi ancestors, the Nkosi Dlamini, broke away from the mainstream of Nguni migrants led by Chief Ngwane, and settled in the region of the Pongolo river absorbing the Nguni and Sotho clans in the area.

By 1750 they had settled in the Hluti region in the south of the Kingdom, under King Ngwane 111 of the Nkosi Dlamini clan.

The country derives its name from a later King, Mswati 1. However, Ngwane is an alternative name for Swaziland and Dlamini remains the surname of the royal family, while the name Nkosi means King.

Swaziland's economy is dominated by services industry, agriculture and subsistence farming.

Swaziland's proximity to South Africa makes it the obvious choice for the extension of our innovative product range.

Momentum Swaziland
Momentum is proud to be embraced by the nation of Swaziland, gem of Africa, in providing healthcare solutions to all the people of this remarkable country.

Imphilo Medical Scheme was established in 2008 as a medical aid scheme to provide essential affordable care to more people in Swaziland.