§ 2. Mr. Brockwayasked the Under-Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations what provision is made, or planned, for the settlement of Africans in urban areas in Swaziland; and, in particular, what are the housing facilities for Africans in the urban districts of Hlatikulu, Mbabane, and Bremersdorp, respectively.
§ Mr. AlportIn Mbabane and Bremersdorp Africans own numerous freehold plots on which they may erect their own buildings. In addition, Africans are permitted to erect temporary buildings free of charge on Government land in Mbabane, Bremersdorp, and Hlatikulu. Housing is provided in urban areas for Africans in Government service. The Resident Commissioner has recently appointed a Committee to advise him on future plans for African settlement in urban areas.
§ Mr. BrockwayWhile I welcome recent advances, can the hon. Gentleman say whether the urban areas are reserved for Europeans, whether there is segregation in locations, and whether Africans are placed in areas which are some distance from their work? Will he look into this matter?
§ Mr. AlportIf the hon. Gentleman will table a Question on that subject, I will do my best to answer it in due course.