mKg

mKg (kiSwazi pronunciation of "mile") is a unit of length used in Swaziland, a small country in southern Africa. It is equivalent to one mile and 76.6 centimeters or approximately 1640 meters.

The mKg was introduced in the early 20th century when Swaziland was a British protectorate and the country began to use British units of measurement. Despite the country's independence in 1968, the mKg has continued to be used in everyday life. It is a common unit of measurement for distances such as road lengths, foot distances, and fun runs.

In comparison to the metric system, which is widely used in Swaziland, the mKg is not an officially recognized unit of measurement. However, it remains widely used and understood by the general public, particularly in informal settings and in rural areas.

The use of the mKg is not unique to Swaziland. Other countries such as South Africa and Australia once used similar units of measurement, such as the millau or the " chain", which were also similar to the mile. These units were eventually replaced by the metric system.

In modern times, the mKg continues to be used in various contexts in Swaziland, including for sports and cycling events, where it is often used as a marker or a goal for distances to be covered. While its official use is limited, the mKg remains an integral part of Swazi culture and is often used as a unit of measurement for day-to-day activities.