While the full list of founding members is extensive, notable early members include
Host
His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini
Mswati III is the reigning monarch of Swaziland and head of the Swazi Royal Family. Born in 1968, the King succeeded his father Sobhuza II and ascended the throne at the age of 18. The assembly will be proudly hosted in Eswatini due to the nation’s significance as pillar and a shining example of an ancient culture ushering modernity guided by the nation’s identity, values, and leadership.
Inaugural President
His Imperial Highness Prince Estifanos Matewos
His Royal Highness Prince Estifanos descendant of King Solomon and Queen Sheba, through the house of Emperor Menelik II. He is a global advocate for good governance, African unity and advancement, through promoting peace, economic stability, and multi-lateral cooperation.
Advisors
Transport Commission
Ms. Patricia Norris
Leadership Development Commission
Scholastica Sylvan Kimaryo
Health Commission
Honorable Dr. Zweli Mkhize
Special Advisor on Youth Training and Human Capital Development
Honorable Minister Nana Manwanina Kiumba (DRC)
Special Advisor on Energy
Honorable Minister Pout Kang Chol (South Sudan)
Peace and Security Commission
Honorable Minister Dr. Elvis Afriyie Ankrah
Youth Affairs Commission
Honorable Dr. Mukovhe Masutha
Peace and Security Commission
Dr. Prince Asfa-Wossen Asserate
Special Advisor on Trade and Industry
Honorable Ndaba Gaolathe (Botswana)
Advisory Committee Chairperson
Honorable Nkosana Dlamini-Zuma