PREPARATIONS UNDER WAY FOR BICENTENNIAL CLIMAX
In anticipation of Lesotho’s Bicentennial celebration in October 2024, measures are underway to honor the nation’s heritage, address contemporary challenges, and pave the way for a promising future. In an interview with the Lesotho News Agency (LENA) one of the organizers, from Moshoeshoe’s Peace Covenant, Dr Lehlonoholo Moeti, said they are collaborating with the Department […]
MAQELEPO LEADS BICENTENNIAL FUNWALK
The Minister of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture Honourable Motlatsi Maqelepo led the bicentennial celebrations, with a fun walk from Lits’oeneng to DIFA stadium. Speaking at the event, Mr Maqelepo said that the year 2024 marks 200 years since Morena Moshoeshoe I founded Basotho, following his departure from Butha-Buthe to Thaba-Bosiu in 1824. He urged […]
HIS MAJESTY LEADS LAYING OF WREATHS
His Majesty King Letsie III led the laying of wreaths on top of Thaba Bosiu hill (fortress) on Monday in remembrance of the late founding father of Basotho, King Moshoeshoe l. After His Majesty laid the wreath, the Prime Minister, Mr. Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane also laid the wreath then followed the Principal Chiefs of the clans […]
JOIN THE CELEBRATION, WEAR TRADITIONAL ATTIRE EVERY FRIDAY- GS
In celebration of the nation’s remarkable 200 years of existence, different sectors are invited to partake in a special initiative to showcase cultural heritage and unity. As part of the festivities, the Public Servants, Parastatals, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and Private Companies employees are urged to wear traditionally branded attire every Friday, starting from this week. The […]
HIS MAJESTY INAUGURATES NEW PRINCIPAL CHIEF OF MOKHOTLONG
His Majesty King Letsie III on Saturday officiated the inauguration of Chief Lerotholi Mathealira Seeiso as the new Principal Chief (PC) of Mokhotlong at the ceremony held at the Pitso ground within the Mokhotlong town. His Majesty urged Chief Lerotholi Mathealira Seeiso to become a “Servant Leader” and serve all with love and without any […]
PUBLIC URGED TO PARTAKE IN CLEANING CAMPAIGN
The Maseru District Administrator (DA), Mr. Tšepo Lethobane has urged members of the public to engage in monthly cleaning campaigns to keep the district clean and healthy. Mr. Lethobane made a call at the press conference held in Maseru on Thursday ahead of the cleaning campaign scheduled for Friday. He reminded the public, including the […]
LESOTHO OUR ONLY COUNTRY- KING
His Majesty King Letsie III says Lesotho is Basotho’s only country therefore they should value and care for it. This, he said at an event held at Thaba-Bosiu marking 57 years of Lesotho’s independence as well as the launch of Bicentenary logo.
LESOTHO TO COMMEMORATE 200 YEARS
His Majesty King Letsie III is expected to launch the commemoration of the Lesotho’s 200 anniversary since King Moshoeshoe I founded the Basotho nation at the event to be held at Thaba-Bosiu Cultural Village on Wednesday. This, the Minister of Gender, Youth, Sports, Arts, Culture and Social Development, Mr. Pitso Lesaoana revealed during the press briefing […]
PROJET-RE OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED
The Deputy Prime Minister (DPM), Justice Nthomeng Majara officially launched Project-Re, which seeks to inspire and lead Basotho to reconnect with founding values again, reunite as people and become a new Lesotho. In her speech during the launch held in Maseru on Monday, Justice Majara said it is important that the project is launched so that […]
HIS MAJESTY CELEBRATES HIS DIAMOND YEARS
His Majesty King Letsie III celebrated his 60th birthday at an event held in Setsoto Stadium, Maseru on Monday. The celebration was fulfilled through numerous activities from all other years by the parade of 511 officers of the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) demonstrating His Majesty’s diamond years. Speaking on behalf of Heads of State, His […]
