Rev. Fr Wiseman Sihawu April Nkomo Faithful Shepherd, Scholar, Pastor, Mentor and Servant of Human Dignity A Tribute and Obituary By Fr Mathibela Sebothoma The Catholic Church in the Kingdom of Eswatini, throughout Southern Africa, and beyond its borders mourns the passing of Rev. Fr Wiseman Sihawu April Nkomo , a devoted priest of the Diocese of Manzini whose life was a profound witness to faith, service, scholarship, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the people of God. Fr Wiseman passed away peacefully on 6 June 2026 following a period of illness. His death has left a deep void in the hearts of bishops, priests, religious, seminarians, lay faithful, friends, former students, colleagues, and countless people whose lives were touched by his ministry. His passing prompted an extraordinary outpouring of tributes from every corner of the Church. The voices that emerged in grief and gratitude revealed not only the priest he was, but also the man he was: intelligent yet ...
