LESOTHO HOSTS SADC ICT- BASED ELECTORAL OBSERVATION TRAINING.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, as the host, officially opened the SADC Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) 5-day training on the Use of ICT-Based Methodology in Election Observation in Maseru. The training marks an important milestone in strengthening democratic processes across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region through the use of modern […]
CHINA WAIVED M214 MILLION DEBT FOR LESOTHO GOVERNMENT.
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho had signed an agreement with the People’s Republic of China for the waiver of two interest-free loans amounting to RMB 89.976 million (approximately M214.466 million). The agreement was signed by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Dr. Retšelisitsoe A. Matlanyane, and the Ambassador of China to […]
GOVERNMENT TO SPEND M30 MILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF MAPHUTSENG FOOTBRIDGE.
The Government of Lesotho is expected to spend about M30 million on the construction of a footbridge at Maphutseng Ha-Mootsinyane and on rehabilitation of the gravel road from Mesitsaneng to Ha-Ts’epo. The Minister of Public Works and Transport, Mr. Matjato Moteane, disclosed this at a public gathering where he introduced Founda Construction Engineering (Pty) Ltd, […]
LESOTHO FLAG RAISED WITH PRIDE AT THE AFRICAN UNION
A moment of pride, purpose, and renewed commitment. The Kingdom of Lesotho proudly marked a significant milestone with the ceremonial raising of its national flag at the African Union, symbolizing its active and impactful tenure as a Member of the AU Peace and Security Council (#PSC). The ceremony reflects Lesotho’s deep sense of responsibility and […]
‘NO ONE SHOULD BE LEFT BEHIND WHEN IT COMES TO DIGITIZATION’- UN RESIDENT EMPHASIZED.
The New United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator, Ms. Residen Taija Kontinen and her delegation arrived at the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science Technology and Inovation (MICST) to pay courtesy call on Minister Nthati Moorosi. “No one should be left behind when it comes to digitization,” New UN Resident Coordinator, Ms. Residen Taija kontinen said […]
LENACAPAVIR LAUNCHED TO SYMBOLIZE LESOTHO’S FIGHT AGAINST NEW HIV INFECTIONS BY 2030.
The ministry of health officially launched Lenacapavir injection in Botha-Bothe district making a major step forward in HIV prevention in Lesotho. Lenacapavir is administered just once every six months, offering a more convenient and sustained form of protection. Health stakeholders emphasized that this innovation could significantly strengthen HIV prevention efforts in Lesotho by reducing the […]
THE RIGHT HONOURABLE PRIME MINISTER AND HIS DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER TOURED NEWLY BUILT SENATE HOUSE.
The Right Honourable Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane, along with Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Justice Nthomeng Majara, toured newly built Senate House. The Prime Minister and his deputy extended their congratulations to the team who made this possible for achieving this significant milestone with the completion of such an impressive structure. They expressed that the beauty […]
LESOTHO’S WOOL AND MOHAIR WILL BE INTRODUCED TO CHINESE MARKETS TO ENSURE ZERO-TARIFF POLICY BENEFITS PEOPLE OF BOTH COUNTRIES.
China and Lesotho are set to strengthen trade exchanges, fully implement the zero-tariff policy and sign an agreement on wool and mohair exports to China. This Chinese Ambassador Mr. Yang Xiaokun highlighted when responding to questions during media briefing on Monday outlining specific areas of cooperation he sees as most promising for strengthening economic and […]
THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA FURTHER DEEPENS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH LESOTHO.
The People’s Republic of China’s Ambassador to Lesotho, Mr. Yang Xiaokun says as part of the 15th Five-year plan, China will further deepen its strategic partnership with Lesotho. He disclosed this during a media briefing where he said they will continue to strengthen strategic communication and coordination with Lesotho, support each other on issues involving […]
UNICEF COMMENDED LESOTHO’S GREAT STRIDES MADE FOR CHILDREN TO ACCESS EDUCATION.
The Right Honourable, The Prime Minister Mr. Ntsokoane Matekane expressed gratitude over the M5. 4 million pledge made by Zutari company aimed at supporting learners with disabilities and special needs. He said this during his second annual Golf Tournament Fundraising held in Maseru. Mr. Matekane said the above-mentioned amount of money which is equivalent to […]
