The Manzini Market, held on Mondays and Fridays in the town centre, is one of the best markets in southern Africa for genuine local commerce rather than tourist-facing craft stalls. Arrive in the morning for the widest selection and the most activity. You will find fresh produce — tomatoes, sweet potatoes, leafy greens — alongside dried fish, traditional grains, and enormous quantities of secondhand clothing that arrive in bales from European charity donations.
The craft section sells siSwati basketwork, carved wooden items, and traditional beadwork at prices considerably lower than the tourist shops in the Ezulwini Valley. Do not expect price tags — bargaining is normal.