A high HIV prevalence rate affects nearly 27% of adults in Swaziland, contrasting sharply with the lavish lifestyle of King Mswati III.
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A high HIV prevalence rate affects nearly 27% of adults in Swaziland, contrasting sharply with the lavish lifestyle of King Mswati III.
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Mswati III, Africa's last absolute monarch, lives in luxury while his country, Swaziland, faces severe challenges. The 2007 documentary Without the King features Princess Sikhanyiso, the king's daughter and self-proclaimed rapper. It captures the anger of the Swazi people amid a high HIV prevalence and economic struggles. The film contrasts the royal family's opulence with the daily lives of citizens, illustrating the growing discontent in a nation grappling with health crises and political issues.
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Why Watch
- Meet Mswati III, Africa's last absolute monarch.
- Follow Princess Sikhanyiso, the king's rapper daughter.
- See the realities of life in Swaziland today.
Did You Know
- Mswati III is Africa's last absolute monarch.
- The film won a Special Jury Prize at the 2007 Hot Docs Festival.
- Swaziland has a high prevalence of HIV among its population.
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Who directed the documentary Without the King?
Michael Skolnik directed the documentary Without the King.
What is the main focus of the documentary Without the King?
The documentary focuses on the problems of Swaziland, including high HIV prevalence and the daily life of King Mswati III.
What award did Without the King win at the 2007 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival?
Without the King won a Special Jury Prize from the Best International Feature Documentary award jury.
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