QUARTERLY COORDINATION MECHANISM BETWEEN CHINA AND LESOTHO LAUNCHED
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and international relations and the embassy of the people’s Republic of China launched reception of the Quarterly Coordination Mechanism at an event hosted and witnessed by government officials, embassy personnel and media at Chinese embassy in Maseru. In his remarks, the Principal Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Thabang Lekhela highlighted […]
SHELILE ASSURED BASOTHO OF AGOA EXTENSION
Minister of Trade, Industry and Business Development, Mr. Mokhethi Shelile assured Basotho of the extension of African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) despite waiting for approval and signing by United States President Donald Trump at the Media briefing. Mr. Shelile paid a visit to the United States last week as a delegation representing four African […]
UAE DONATES 400 LAPTOPS TO BOOST IT EDUCATION IN LESOTHO
The Ministry of Education and Training received 400 laptops and other IT gadgets from the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through its Embassy in Maseru. Speaking at the handing over ceremony, Minister of Education and Training, Professor Ntoi Rapapa, said the donation follows a meeting held in Cape Town where developed countries pledged […]
PRIME MINISTER HANDS OVER 29 VEHICLES AND 6 MOTORCYCLE
The Prime Minister, Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane handed over 29 vehicles and 6 motorcycles to National Security Services (NSS) and Lesotho Mounted Police Services (LMPS) to enhance Ministerial Capacity. Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister said the government will continue to provide and support the security departments, He stressed that these vehicles belong to the […]
RAMASHAMOLE URGES LCA TO SAFEGUARD END USERS AGAINST CYBER ATTACKS
The Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MICSTI) , in collaboration with the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA), held a meeting to discuss commitment to strengthening cybersecurity in Lesotho and elevating the sector to a national level. Speaking at the meeting the Principal Secretary of MICSTI, Mr Kanono Ramashamole said the initiative began while […]
PRIME MINISTER WELCOMES CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTER
The Prime Minister, Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane, welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Mr Wang Yi, and his delegation at State House in Maseru on Saturday, marking a significant moment in the deepening of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Lesotho and China. The Prime Minister said the visit reaffirmed […]
MINISTRY OF TRADE LAUNCHS NATIONAL QUALITY AWARDS
The MinisterY of Trade, Industry and Business Development held a press conference today in Maseru to officially launch the 2026 National Quality Awards. In his speech, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Business Development, Mr Mokhethi Shelile, announced that the Awards Giving Ceremony will take place on 28 January 2026. He said the awards will […]
LESOTHO ADVANCES FOOD SECURITY THROUGH STRONG INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho officially received a modern grain storage and warehouse facility, generously donated by the Government and people of the People’s Republic of China. The handover ceremony was led by the Prime Minister of Lesotho, Mr NtsokoaneMatekana together with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr Lejone Mpotjoane […]
LESOTHO, GERMANY STRENGTHEN COOPERATION ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
The Minister of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ms Nthati Moorosi held a bilateral meeting with Dr Volker Wissing of the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport of Germany, with the aim of strengthening cooperation on digital development. Discussions focused on policy and governance, including progress on shared vision for a digitally empowered future […]
BIODIVERSITY FINANCE INITIATIVE (BIOFIN) LAUNCHES
The Ministry of Environment and Forestry, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), officially launched the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) in Lesotho. BIOFIN is a global programme that supports countries in identifying, mobilising, and sustainably managing the financial resources required to protect biodiversity and strengthen […]
