RECORD-BREAKING M100 BILLION INVESTMENT SECURED FOR LESOTHO’S HYDROPOWER AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA CENTRE DEVELOPMENT
Lesotho has secured what is being described as the largest foreign investment in its history following the approval of the Kobong Project, a M100 billion (US$6.2 billion) hydropower and artificial intelligence data centre development backed by U.S. company Convalt. Speaking at the event, Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Hines described the investment as a shift from traditional […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT IS ACTIVELY PURSUING AFRICAN PARTNERSHIPS, TRADE AND INVESTMENT TO OVERCOME HISTORIC BARRIERS.
The Right Honourable the Prime Minister Samuel Matekane participated in the Breaking Barriers to Trade and Leadership Summit 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria, where African leaders, policymakers and business executives explored practical solutions to remove the barriers that had persisted too long between talent and opportunity and between ambition and access. The event was attended by […]
LESOTHO DODGES US SECTION 301 TARIFFS, MARKET ACCESS REMAINS INTACT.
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho is pleased to announce that Lesotho has not been included among the economies targeted under the United States’ new Section 301 tariff measures relating to forced-labour concerns. Effective 24 July 2026, AGOA-eligible exports from Lesotho continue to enter the United States market duty-free. This provides local manufacturers with […]
THE KING CUT HIS BIRTHDAY CAKE TO CELEBRATE THE START OF A NEW YEAR MARKED BY LIFE, ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERSONAL GROWTH.
His Majesty King Letsie III cuts the cake alongside the Royal Family in celebration of his 63rd Birthday on the 17th July 2026 in Mokhotlong district. Source: Department of Information, PR UNIT
LESOTHO’S INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IS NEARING COMPLETION OF A MAJOR RENOVATION, SET TO DEBUT WITH A MODERN LOOK.
”Construction work on the rehabilitation of Moshoeshoe I International Airport is progressing smoothly and has reached the halfway stage” This was said by the Minister of Public Works and Transport, Mr. Matjato Moteane in an interview with the Agency when commenting on the progress of the rehabilitation of the airport. He said the installation of […]
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 […]
LESOTHO HIGHLANDS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MARKED 63rd ANNIVERSARY OF HIS MAJESTY THE KING’S BIRTHDAY AND ITS OWN 40th ANNIVERSARY BY PLANTING 650 FRUIT TREES.
Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) planted 650 fruit trees (apples and pears) at Masakong, Malingoaneng in the district of Mokhotlong. Similarly another batch of 650 trees will also be planted at Ha Rafolatsane, Khalahali side in due course. In an interview with the Agency, Mr. Palo Mohlotsane from the Polihali Branch Public Relations Office, under […]
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, […]
THE GOVERNMENT DEPLOYED BUSES TO ASSIST BASOTHO RETURNING FROM SOUTH AFRICA AMID RISING TENSIONS
The Government of Lesotho provided five buses to assist Basotho nationals living in Durban, Pietermaritzburg and New Castle, South Africa (SA), to return home amid growing concerns over escalating tensions targeting foreign nationals. In a statement released this week, the government said the buses are intended to support the voluntary repatriation of Basotho citizens affected […]
KING’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION IS CURRENTLY UNDERWAY IN MOKHOTLONG AFTER THE COMMUNITY WAS DULY INFORMED.
The District Celebrations Committee through its Communications cluster visited Motsitseng village to disseminate information on King Letsie III birthday anniversary celebration to be hosted by Mokhotlong from July 16 to 17. A member of the Communications Cluster, Likano Molelekoa informed the villagers who attended a public gathering at the aforementioned village, that on July 16, […]
