LESOTHO HIGHLANDS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO MARK 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH HIGH-PROFILE EVENTS.
The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) will host a series of high-profile events at Polihali in Mokhotlong to mark its 40th anniversary. The commemorations celebrate four decades of water and energy infrastructure development that have significantly contributed to Lesotho’s economy and regional water security. According to LHDA, the programme will commence with the official launch […]
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 […]
GOVERNMENT SUBSIDIZE THE NATION TO ACCESS FUEL AND ZERO-RATED ESSENTIAL GOODS.
The Right Honourable Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane announced that the government will subsidize fuel for all Basotho following proposed fuel hike due for commencement. Government has moved to remove the fuel levy in full for a period of three (3) months, while continuing to closely monitor the situation. This intervention is aimed at cushioning consumers […]
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 […]
GOVERNMENT TO ADDRESS THE ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF THE ONGOING MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT.
The government has assured Basotho that it remains committed to addressing the economic impacts of the ongoing Middle East conflict, despite presenting the 2026/2027 budget estimates amid global economic uncertainty. This was stated by Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Dr. Rets’elisitsoe Matlanyane, when moving that the Appropriation (2026/2027) Bill, 2026 be read for the […]
ITALIAN AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS AND PRACTICES COULD POTENTIALLY BENEFIT LESOTHO’S AGRICULTURE.
His Excellency Ambassador Lebeko Sello, accompanied by a delegation from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Lesotho in Rome, visited a livestock farm in Aprilia, Italy, as part of efforts to learn from the Italian agricultural system and explore practices that could benefit Lesotho. The delegation was received by farm owner Mr. Giorgi Nello and […]
