BOTSWANA PROVIDED LESOTHO WITH 100,000 DOSES OF FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE VACCINES TO BOOST NATIONAL RESPONSE TO THE OUTBREAK.
Lesotho received 100,000 doses of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines from Botswana strengthening the country’s efforts to prevent and control the disease. The vaccine support follows commitments made during the Inaugural Lesotho–Botswana Bi-National Commission (BNC), where the two countries reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation in animal health, veterinary services, disease surveillance, and food security.As part of […]
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 […]
HIS MAJESTY ENGAGE OTHER FELLOW AFRICAN LEADERS ON FOOD SECURITY ISSUES AHEAD OF EL NINO PHENOMENON ANTICIPATED TO IMPACT THE CONTINENT.
His Majesty King Letsie III is on a 3-day official visit to the Republic of Kenya at the invitation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The visit came amid growing concern over the escalating humanitarian impact of food insecurity across Africa. During the visit, His Majesty is scheduled to […]
FOLLOWING THE FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE OUTBREAK, LESOTHO WOOL AND MOHAIR STAKEHOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO ADHERE TO NEW BIOSECURITY MEASURES TO REMAIN COMPETITIVE IN THE GLOBAL MOHAIR INDUSTRY.
The Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition, Mr Selibe Mochoboroane, urged wool and mohair brokers, traders and farmers to comply with the new biosecurity protocols introduced following the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak. Mr Mochoboroane made the call and addressed brokers and traders after touring the Bophelo Wool and Mohair and Rosehip heating […]
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. […]
GOVERNMENT SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT TO IMPROVE MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT FUND POLICY.
The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning has begun consultations with stakeholders across the country to gather views on improving the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund policy, with the aim of ensuring fair compensation and better protection for road accident victims. At a consultation meeting held in Mafeteng, Administration Manager Mr. Tsamaiso Tlolotlolo welcomed delegates from […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES M68 MILLION CLIMATE FUND TO PROTECT MSMES AND JOBS.
The government has launched a M68 million Climate Resilience and Preparedness Support Facility to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) withstand the growing impact of climate change while protecting jobs and livelihoods. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Business Development, Mr. Motlatsi Maqelepo, said the facility, funded through the World […]
THE GOVERNMENT OF LESOTHO REMAINS COMMITTED TO IMPLEMENTING UN RECOMMENDATIONS AIMED AT PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
All is set for the high-level stakeholder meeting to be staged in Maseru in a bid to strengthen Lesotho’s commitment to implement the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Lesotho National Federation of Organisations of the Disabled (LNFOD) Executive Director Mr. Rabasotho Moeletsi told the Agency in an interview that the Federation is ready to […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT AND RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS TO PRIORITIZE YOUTH AND MENTAL HEALTH AS CENTRAL PILLARS OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Several challenges faced by young people in Lesotho caused by the ailing economy, unemployment and unstable families have left them vulnerable to drug abuse, human trafficking, poor mental health, exploitation through cheap and child labour and various forms of crime. 2026 World Population Day theme was “Realising the hopes and aspirations of young people-today and […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT ADOPTS SHARED GOVERNANCE EXPERIENCES AND ECONOMIC GROWTH MODELS FROM RWANDA.
History remembers Rwanda for the devastating 1994 genocide that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives shattered the nation’s economy. But the Rwanda of today tells a different story, one of reconciliation, disciplined government and the ambitious one. As Lesotho gears up for economic development it looks unto economies that have developed more hence it invited […]
