THE GOVERNMENT CONVENED WITH ALL STAKEHOLDERS TO REVIEW THE BIODIVERSITY BILL TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ACCESS AND SHARING PROJECT.
How can Lesotho ensure that the benefits arising from its biological resources are accessed and shared fairly? The Ministry of Environment and Forestry in collaboration with UNDP Lesotho convened with the Natural Resources, Tourism and Land Cluster Portfolio Committee for a strategic workshop on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) from 12–13 August 2026. The workshop is […]
LESOTHO IS POISED TO WORK ALONGSIDE THE GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY COMMUNITY AND INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS TO DEVELOP ETHICAL APPROACHES TO AI.
Lesotho called for equitable partnerships in the development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), urging the international community to ensure that developing countries are active participants in shaping the global digital future. The call was made by the Permanent Representative of Lesotho to the United Nations Office at Geneva and also Ambassador of Lesotho to […]
LESOTHO’S IMMUNISATION NETWORK OF CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS STRESSES THAT VACCINATION IS MORE THAN A MEDICAL INTERVENTION BUT A KEY TO IMPROVED COUNTRY’S HEALTH SYSTEM.
As Lesotho approaches its 60th independence anniversary, the Immunisation Network of Civil Society Organisations Lesotho (INCL) emphasizes that vaccination is much more than a medical service. It is a vital investment in the nation’s future and must be treated as a core national priority. INCL Chairperson, Ms. Puseletso Nthunya said this during the launch of […]
LESOTHO AND THE UNITED KINGDOM ARE STRENGTHENING TIES WITH A JOINT FOCUS ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENHANCED COOPERATION AND YOUTH EMPOWERMENT.
The Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister Honourable Makatleho Motsoasele today held a constructive engagement with the British High Commissioner to Lesotho Her Excellency Martine Sobey, reaffirming the strong and historic partnership between the Kingdom of Lesotho and the United Kingdom. Discussions focused on advancing areas of mutual interest, including strengthening bilateral cooperation, […]
IN A BOLD MOVE, GOVERNMENT IS EXECUTING INITIATIVES TO CONSERVE WETLAND OF INTERNATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE [LETS’A LA LETSIE]
Multi-stakeholders on registration of Letša-la-Letsie catchment participated in a one-day meeting held at Kubung Hotel Upper Moyeni and that meeting was organized by the district Department of Environment and Forestry aimed at review and validation of Regeneration of Landscape and Livelihoods (ROLL) ’s proposed restoration interventions, clarification of institutional mandates and identification of collaboration opportunities. […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT DELEGATION TRAVELED TO GHANA TO BENCHMARK PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, SERVICE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND STRATEGIES FOR CAPABLE PUBLIC SERVICE IN ORDER TO ADAPT APPLICABLE PRACTISES IN LESOTHO.
A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Lesotho embarked on a five-day public-sector leadership and institutional development study tour in Accra, Ghana from 3 to 7 August 2026. The programme brought together 22 senior officials and public-sector leaders drawn from the Office of the Prime Minister, the Office of the Accountant General, the Ministry of […]
MULTIPLE STAKE-HOLDERS DIALOGUE HELD ON PROPOSED PLANS TO IMPLEMENT THE 10TH AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION ACT 2025 TO ENHANCE ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOOD GOVERNANCE.
The National Reforms Transitional Office-NRTO convened with the multi-stakeholder to brief and engage in dialogue with stakeholders on the proposed implementation arrangements for the Tenth Amendment to the constitution Act,2025 and as well as to outline the next steps towards its operationalization. That was the move mentioned by stakeholders as key to strengthening accountability and […]
THE GOVERNMENT SUPPORTED VULNERABLE BASOTHO WITH M5,400.00 EACH THROUGH THE ECONOMIC INCLUSION PROGRAMME, URGING RECIPIENTS TO LAUNCH INCOME-GENERATING BUSINESSES.
Minister of Gender, Youth and Social Development, who is also Member of Parliament for Maama constituency strongly warned beneficiaries under Manonyane Community Council to use funds from the Economic Inclusion Programme (EIP) strictly for their approved proposals. He said this during a public gathering held at Maphotong where he emphasized that misusing government support is […]
LESOTHO IS POSITIONED AT THE HEART OF THE CONTINENT TO FAST-TRACK EFFORTS TOWARDS BUILDING A MORE INTERGRATED AND GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE EDUCATION SYSTEM.
Lesotho secured a significant leadership role in Africa’s higher education sector following the election of Dr. Moeketsi Letele as President of the African Network for Quality Assurance (AfriQAN), alongside his appointment to a key African Union (AU) body steering reforms in quality assurance across the continent. Dr. Letele, the Chief Executive Officer of Lesotho’s Council […]
THE GOVERNMENT PROVIDES CRIME PREVENTION EDUCATION AND CAMPAIGNS TO LESOTHO CHILDREN FROM A YOUNG AGE TO HELP THEM AVOID NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES IN THE FUTURE.
Probation department under the Ministry of Law and Justice (MoLJ) engaged in a series of awareness campaigns aimed at educating children about different forms of crimes. Speaking in an interview with the Agency, the Ministry’s Senior Probation Officer, Mr. Tsépo Matlosa said the department’s goal is to join all efforts acting proactively against crime ensuring […]
