LESOTHO ADVANCES PLANS FOR OVERSEAS LABOUR EXPORT
The government of Lesotho has made significant progress in implementing plans to export labour to international markets with bilateral agreements already reached with several countries. In an interview with the Agency, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Mr. Ts’eliso Mokhosi said Lesotho and Qatar have concluded bilateral agreements through their respective Ministries of Labour with […]
LESOTHO JOINED OTHER AFRICAN COUNTRIES IN MARKING AFRICA DAY.
Lesotho celebrated the beauty, strength, culture, and unity of our beloved continent from our rich heritage and diverse traditions to the unstoppable spirit of African people, Africa continues to rise with pride and purpose. Let us honour our history, embrace our diversity, and work together towards a brighter future for generations to come. Africa is […]
LESOTHO HAS NO PLANS TO IMPOSE SARS-STYLE VEHICLE REGISTRATION MEASURES.
Finance and Development Planning Minister Dr. Retsélisitsoe Matlanyane said the Lesotho government is not planning to introduce measures similar to those recently announced by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), which require Basotho motorists to register their vehicles in order to obtain import permits. The Minister made the remarks while responding to a question in […]
LESOTHO JOINED THE UNITED STATES TO CELEBRATE 250th ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE
The Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Honourable Richard Ramoeletsi officiated the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America at American Embassy in Maseru. In his remarks, Honourable Ramoeletsi reaffirmed the strong and longstanding relations between Lesotho and the United States, highlighting cooperation in health, trade, […]
LESOTHO PARTICIPATED IN THE 79TH WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY [WHA79]
The Kingdom of Lesotho participated in the 79th World Health Assembly, joining global leaders, health experts, and development partners in shaping the future of global health in Geneva, Switzerland. The Minister of Health, Honourable ‘Mamokete Nts’ekhe Led Lesotho delegation to participate so that Lesotho’s commitment to strengthening healthcare systems, promoting equitable access to health services […]
LESOTHO HOSTED HEADS OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICES CONFERENCE.
The Ministry of Law and Justice, through the Office of the Registrar General, hosted the Heads of Intellectual Property Offices Conference in Maseru under the theme: “Digital Transformation: Harnessing AI, Strengthening Governance in IP Offices, and Advancing Regional IP Cooperation.” The conference brought together heads of intellectual property (IP) offices, government officials, legal experts and […]
LESOTHO OBSERVED INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE BOY CHILD WITH INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS.
Her Majesty Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso together with dignitaries from international organizations participated in the International Day of the Boy Child Charity Run that was hosted at Makoanyane Square in Maseru. International partners and organizations supporting child welfare and development, including UNICEF and World Vision, participated in this initiative. International day of the boy child […]
LESOTHO GOVERNMENT AND PARTNERS SENSITIZED COUNCILLORS ON CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT
Community councillors from Mphaki Community Council have been sensitized on Phase II of the Improving Adaptive Capacity of Vulnerable and Food-Insecure Populations in Lesotho (IACoV II) project during their monthly. Presenting the project overview, Project Coordinator Mr. Thabo Nobala explained that the five-year initiative, funded with over M170 million by the Adaptation Fund under the […]
LESOTHO REPRESENTED AT AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA 2026
Lesotho is participating in the Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026, with the Minister of Sports, Tourism, Arts and Culture together with tourism stakeholders and private sector representatives attending the iconic African leisure trade show. The event, owned by South African Tourism, provides access to a wide range of African leisure tourism products and serves as a […]
HON. MOKHOSI CALLED FOR SAFER MIGRATION AND GLOBAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR BASOTHO YOUTH.
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Hon. Tseliso Mokhosi highlighted progress in migration governance, anti-trafficking efforts, and labour mobility partnerships with South Africa and Gulf countries. He stressed that migration should be driven by opportunity, not poverty or climate pressures. On the sidelines of the forum, Lesotho and Qatar agreed to fast-track a Bilateral Labour […]
