GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES PROJECTS ON TECHNOLOGIES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The government of the Kingdom of Lesotho through the Ministry of Law and Justice in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) launched the Project on Technologies for Community Development today. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Law and Justice, Mr Richard Ramoeletsi outlined that the launch of the Project on Technologies for […]
PM ENGAGES CIVIL SOCIETY TO STRENGTHEN GOVERNANCE, SERVICE DELIVERY
In a move that promotes his government’s commitment to inclusive governance and accountability, the Prime Minister (PM) Mr Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane met with representatives of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Maseru to discuss strategies for improving service delivery and addressing pressing national challenges. In his address, the Prime Minister highlighted the vital role civil society plays […]
FOLLOW UP ON LESOTHO DATA GOVERNANCE CAPACITY BUILDING AND ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOP
The Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, together with AUDA-NEPAD, GIZ, and CIPESA, held a one-and-a-half-day validation workshop to align Lesotho’s Data Management Policy with the African Union Data Policy Framework (AUDPF). Speaking at the event, Communications Minister, Ms Nthati Moorosi said the government is working to ensure national policies reflect Lesotho’s needs […]
MINISTER OFFICIATES CYBER SECURITY MEETING
The Minister of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI), Ms. Nthati Moorosi officiated a one-day high- level meeting on Cybersecurity held in Maseru on Wednesday. The cardinal focus of the meeting was on education, protecting the rights of people in the digital space, and above all deliberating towards fast-tracking Cybersecurity Bill currently before Parliament, […]
PM INSTRUCTS LDF TO TAKE CONTROL OF KILLINGS
In response to the alarming surge in homicides, Prime Minister (PM) Ntsokoane Sam Matekane has directed the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) to take decisive action to curb the escalating violence. Lesotho currently holds the uninviting distinction of having the sixth-highest murder rate globally, this is according to a recent World Population Review report. This has prompted […]
PAP MOURNS DEMISE OF CHIEFTAINESS BERENG
The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) is mourning the passing of the Chieftianess Nthati Bereng as one of its members. In its Press Statement issued recently, the President of the PAP, H.E. Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira said the untimely demise of Chieftainess Bereng has left a deep void left in their hearts and within the corridors of […]
IOM Holds Multi-Sectoral Subcommittee Meeting
International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Lesotho convened a meeting on Thursday with stakeholders involved in the handling of Trafficking In Persons (TIP) cases. In an interview with LENA, IOM’s Project Officer, Mrs. Mabaruti Motsamai, explained that the meeting was aimed to pave the way for a new initiative focused on strengthening the capabilities of […]
MINISTRY HOSTS ALBINISM ENVOY
The Ministry of Justice and Law through the Human Rights Unit will be hosting the Independent Expert on Enjoyment of Human Rights by Persons with Albinism (PWA) starting on Wednesday (April 10 – 19). Information from the Ministry shows that the expert’s mandate in this regard includes identifying, exchanging and promoting good practices relating to […]
HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED
The Minister of Justice and Law says despite the low economy the country is reeling in, Human Rights issues remain a challenge that needs to be addressed. This, Mr. Richard Ramoeletsi said during the commemoration of the International Human Rights Day in Thaba-Tseka on Sunday. According to the Minister, it is important to educate the […]
DPM OFFICIATES CIVIL, POLITICAL RIGHTS WORKSHOP
The Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Justice, Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Justice Nthomeng Majara officiated a two-day workshop on International Covenant, Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) held in Maseru on Wednesday. The workshop is a follow up to the Geneva Human Rights Seminar that was held in July this year, where Lesotho presented its […]
