GOVERNMENT APPRECIATED BASOTHO PARTICIPATION IN MOSHOESHOE’S DAY COMMEMORATION AND DIAMOND JUBILEE LOGO UNVEILING
The office of the Government Spokesperson extends heartfelt appreciation to all Basotho who participated in the Moshoeshoe’s Day commemoration held on 11 March 2026 at Thaba-Bosiu Cultural Village. We thank those who attended in person and those who joined remotely from across the country and the diaspora. Your engagement reflects the unity and deep respect […]
STATISTICS SOUTH AFRICA HANDED OVER GADGETS TO LESOTHO BUREAU OF STATISTICS
In support of the upcoming 2026 Lesotho Housing and Population Census, Statistics South Africa on Thursday handed over 2750 tablets and 1045 power banks to the Bureau of Statistics (BoS) at the event held in Maseru. In his acceptance remarks, Minister of Labour and Employment Mr. Ts’eliso Mokhosi expressed appreciation to all partners for making […]
UGANDA ANNOUNCED VISA-FREE ENTRY FOR LESOTHO CITIZENS.
Uganda has announced Visa‑Free Entry for Lesotho citizens and 39 other countries, allowing stays of up to three months for tourism or business as of March 2026. This policy is part of the Ugandan government’s broader effort to facilitate travel, enhance trade and strengthen diplomatic ties particularly within Africa. Key African nations include Botswana, Burundi, […]
LESOTHO PARTICIPATED IN 70TH SESSION OF THE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN.
The Kingdom of Lesotho through the representation of the Permanent Representative of Lesotho to the United Nations Mr. Matete ‘Nena joined the global community in marking the official opening of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The Commission on […]
BASOTHO WOMEN RECOGNIZED FOR ADVANCING GENDER EQUALITY
In the quest to promote and advocate for the rights and well-being of women and girls across the country, six women champions who have been actively engaged in advancing gender equality initiatives were honored with recognition awards during the commemoration of International Women’s Day in Maseru. Speaking on behalf of the awardees, Ms. Mats’eliso Lemenoane […]
LESOTHO IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UN FOR BASOTHO DEVELOPMENT
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Honourable Lejone Mpotjoane received the credence Letters of Her Excellency Taija Mari Johanna Kontinen-Sharp as the United Nations Resident Coordinator to the Kingdom of Lesotho. Her presentation formally marked the commencement of her mandate following her appointment by the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Lesotho values its […]
LESOTHO STRENGTHEN DIPLOMATIC ENGAGEMENT WITH RWANDA
H.E. Ambassador Nts’iuoa Sekete presented copies of her Letters of Credence to Dr. Vincent Biruta, Minister of Interior of the Republic of Rwanda, marking an important step in her accreditation as Non-Resident High Commissioner of the Kingdom of Lesotho to Rwanda. During the meeting, Ambassador Sekete conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from His Majesty […]
NEWLY BUILT SENATE CHAMBER AT MPILO WAS INAUGURATED.
The Senate of Lesotho was established in 1966 and served as the upper house of Lesotho bicameral Parliament and it’s a unique body that bridges modern democracy with traditional governance consisting of 22 Principal Chiefs and 11 Members nominated by the King on the Prime Minister’s advice to review legislation. Senate Proceedings were first conducted […]
LESOTHO TO CONTINUE PARTNERSHIP WITH UNAIDS IN FIGHT AGAINST HIV.
The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Hon. Lejone Mpotjoane received the Letters of Appointment of Mr. Alankar Malviya as Country Director and Representative of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS to the Kingdom of Lesotho. He succeeds Ms. Pepukai Chukikwa and will serve from the UNAIDS Multi-Country Office in Pretoria, overseeing […]
HIS MAJESTY KING LETSIE 111 OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED LESOTHO HORTICULTURAL INCUBATION PROJECT.
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho officially launched the Lesotho Horticultural Incubation, Training Centre and Packhouse at Mahobong in Leribe. The Centre is a key CAFI project supported by the World Bank, designed to boost commercial farming, strengthen agricultural value chains, and promote climate-smart agriculture. It will provide farmers with hands-on training, technical support, […]
