ABOUT ECA

About the Eswatini Contractors Association (ECA)

The Eswatini Contractors Association (ECA), formerly known as the Swaziland Contractors Association, is an industry trade association representing construction companies and allied tradespeople. Following the country’s official name change in 2018, the Association adopted its current name to reflect this national transition.

ECA’s roots trace back to 1991, when a coalition of local contractors came together with a shared vision: to promote and protect the interests of Swati contractors. Recognizing the need for a unified industry voice, they established an organization dedicated to advancing the professional and economic interests of its members.

In response to challenges within the construction sector—particularly around government procurement procedures— ECA championed the formation of a regulatory body to bring structure and accountability to the industry. This advocacy led to the establishment of the Construction Industry Council (CIC), with ECA playing a leading role in drafting the CIC Act of 2013.

Our Aims and Objectives

• ✔ To protect the market in the construction industry on behalf of the members in the Kingdom of Eswatini
• ✔ To promote and advance the status and public recognition of ECA and its members by maintaining high standards, ethical conduct, and integrity in the construction industry
• ✔ To proactively review any proposed legislative or other measures affecting the interest of the Association and its members
• ✔ To provide dialogue and mutual consultation by encouraging exchange of information and technical know-how for the improvement of construction technology and management
• ✔ To secure cooperative action in advancing common purposes of its members by working with manufacturers and financial institutions for mutual advantage
• ✔ To establish and implement initiatives for future sustainability and continuity of the Association
• ✔ To promote and advance the common interests of its members
• ✔ To foster economic development and the empowerment of women for meaningful participation in the industry