Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa. It is bordered by South Africa to the west and Mozambique to the east. The country has a population of approximately 1.2 million people, with the majority of the population being of Swazi ethnicity. Eswatini is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the annual Reed Dance ceremony, which celebrates the country's young women. The economy is largely based on agriculture, with sugar being the main export. Eswatini is also home to several wildlife reserves, including Hlane Royal National Park and Mkhaya Game Reserve. The country is ruled by an absolute monarchy, with King Mswati III as the current monarch.