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 […]
SECHACHE OUSTED AS MASERU CITY COUNCIL ELECTS NEW MAYOR.
Maseru City Council removed Mayor Relebohile Sechache from office after 10 councillors voted in favour of a motion of no confidence, bringing an end to his tenure and triggering the election of new leadership at the capital city authority. The motion was tabled during a special council sitting received enough support to remove Mr. Sechache, […]
LESOTHO URGED TO BEWARE OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Basotho seeking employment abroad have been urged to exercise caution as human traffickers increasingly use fake job offers on social media and through recruitment agencies to lure victims. Speaking with the Agency on the sidelines of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons commemoration, Executive Director of the Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho (MWA-Ls) Mr. […]
WITH INTERNATIONAL ORGANISED CRIME POSING A THREAT TO LESOTHO, THE POLICE AND COMMUNITIES MUST INTENSIFY EFFORTS TO DISMANTLE CRIMINAL NETWORKS.
The United States Embassy has warned that Lesotho is vulnerable to transnational organized crime, citing the country’s recent record-breaking methamphetamine manufacturing bust as evidence that international criminal networks are extending operations into the Kingdom. The Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Ms Monica Schneider said Southern Africa has experienced a rise in organised crime, particularly methamphetamine […]
GOVERNMENT URGED CHILDREN TO SPEAK OUT ON ISSUES AFFECTING THEM AND CLAIM THEIR RIGHTS.
Children had been urged to actively participate in decisions and processes that affect their lives, as the country continues efforts to strengthen the protection of children in the digital environment. Speaking at the National Children’s Parliament Simulation Session held at the Thaba-Bosiu Cultural Village. The Deputy Prime Minister Justice Nthomeng Majara said child participation was […]
HER MAJESTY QUEEN LAUNCHED FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR ‘NETE LEOTLELA, DEMONSTRATING HER COMMITMENT TO THE WELFARE OF ALL CITIZENS.
Her Majesty Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso launched the “Kick the Ball, Score a Goal for Life” fundraising campaign to support the medical expenses of young ‘Nete Leotlela, who sustained serious injuries after being attacked by dogs. The campaign was launched by Her Majesty, who is the Chief Patron of Hlokomela Bana Association and Motseeo FC. […]
LNFOD IS OPTIMISTIC THAT LESOTHO GOVERNMENT WILL TAKE ACTION TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES FACED BY PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
”Statistics from the recently completed population census is expected to contribute significantly towards addressing the challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), as the Lesotho National Federation of Organizations of the Disabled (LNFOD) will rely on such data for planning and advocacy.” This was said by LNFOD Executive Director, Mr. Rabasotho Moeletsi in an interview […]
CELEBRATIONS FOR MARKING HIS MAJESTY THE KING’S BIRTHDAY ARE ONGOING IN MOKHOTLONG DISTRICT WITH RESIDENTS EXPRESSING JOY AT CELEBRATING ALONGSIDE THEIR MAJESTIES.
Mokhotlong communities, dignitaries and external communities gathered in Multitudes for His Majesty’s 63rd the King Birthday at Malingoaneng in Mokhotlong District Celebration prior to King’s birthday main event on the 17th July 2026. Earlier their Majesties received the Holy Eucharist at the Mass at St. Martins Roman Catholic Church ahead of District Birthday celebrations. King […]
IN THE LEAD-UP TO LESOTHO’S 60TH YEARS INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION, CITIZENS RECOGNISED THE COUNTRY’S SUSTAINED ADHERENCE TO DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLES, CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE AND PEACEFUL TRANSITIONS OF POWER.
As Lesotho prepares to celebrate 60 years of independence this October, many Basotho are reflecting on the nation’s journey, acknowledging the milestones achieved while recognizing the challenges that still lie ahead. In an interview with the Agency, a proud citizen Mrs. ‘Masebelisoa Mokoena said six decades of independence have brought significant progress in education, healthcare, […]
FORMER HEALTH MINISTER, RETIRED COLONEL MATELA LAID TO REST
Former Minister of Health and retired Colonel Letsika Obed Matela was laid to rest in Maseru on Friday, with family members, government officials, security agencies and mourners gathering to bid farewell to a man remembered for his wisdom, dedication and distinguished service to the nation. Hailed by many as a man of knowledge and integrity, […]
