MOSISILI LEADS AU ELECTIONS OBSERVATION MISSION IN SEYCHELLES

The Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Lesotho to the African Union has announced that former Prime Minister (PM) Mr Pakalitha Mosisili has been appointed by the African Union Commission to lead the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) to the Republic of Seychelles in the upcoming general elections. This is according to the Press […]
PM HAS ARRIVED IN NEW YORK FOR THE 2025 UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Prime Minister Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane has arrived in New York for the 2025 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The UNGA’s High-Level Week takes place from 22-30 September, with a series of key events focused on global issues. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, under the theme: “Better Together: 80 Years and […]
LESOTHO HOLDS FIRST NATIONAL SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION FORUM

The Government of Lesotho through the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology, and Innovation, hosted the 1st National Science Technology Forum at State Library American Corner Maseru. The forum focused on the theme “STI as Catalysts in Digital Transformation for Inclusive Economic Growth.” The forum was aimed to deliberate how Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) […]
LESOTHO COMMITS TO ADVANCE INTERESTS OF POSTAL SERVICES

The Minister of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ms Nthati Moorosi, delivered her remarks at the 28th Universal Postal Congress held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). She stated that Lesotho is transforming its postal services into e-services centers through the implementation of connectivity and ICT equipment, with the aim of achieving digital inclusion, […]
LESOTHO STRENGTHENS RELATIONS WITH UNFPA

The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Dr Rets’elisitsoe Matlanyane held a high-level meeting with the Country Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Lesotho Mr John Mosoti to strengthen collaboration on the country’s development priorities. The meeting served as a platform to review areas of cooperation between the Government of Lesotho and […]
PRIME MINISTER MATEKANE SPEECH AT AFRICA DOWN UNDER MINING CONFERENCE

I would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we are meeting today; I would also like to pay homage to the elders past and present, as well as those emerging. It is indeed an honor and privilege to address you today on behalf of my delegation and I. May I […]
LESOTHO AT THE 23RD AFRICA DOWN UNDER CONFERENCE – PERTH, AUSTRALIA

Day one of ADU 2025 is all about building networks, securing viable sales prospects, and maximizing Lesotho’s brand exposure. The delegation is using this platform to promote the nation’s developments, products and services while engaging with key resource buyers, procurement specialists and decision-makers. This year’s conference highlights the growing demand for copper, lead, nickel and […]
SADC`S DECISION REPLENISHES HOPE FOR LESOTHO

Lesotho’s removal from the Southern African Development Community’s (SADC) Troika list restores its full stature as an equal partner within SADC and beyond. The decision further elevates her credibility and allows her to engage international partners from a position of strength, rather than as a country under monitoring. This is according to Lesotho’s Ambassador to […]
LESOTHO AT TICAD 9: A BOLD STEP TOWARD YOUTH EMPOWERMENT & SUSTAINABLE GROWTH!

The Kingdom of Lesotho is proudly taking part in the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), currently under way in Yokohama, Japan. The Lesotho delegation is led by the Prime Minister, Mr Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr Lejone Mpotjoane, the Government Secretary, Mrs Malisebo Mokela, […]
SELEMO SA BASOTHO, LTDC SIGN CULTURAL TOURISM AGREEMENT

Selemo Sa Basotho Arts and Cultural Agency, in partnership with the Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly celebrate World Tourism Day on October 5 and continue fostering cultural tourism beyond the occasion. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Mr Thabo Mampe (popularly known as Ntate Leraisa) […]