WHO PARTNERED WITH THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH TO BUILD STRONGER EMERGENCY RESPONSE SKILLS FOR DISTRICT MEDICAL OFFICIALS AROUND LESOTHO.
The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) held a five-day workshop aimed at strengthening the capacity of District Medical Officers (DMOs) to respond effectively to health emergencies. The workshop brought together DMOs, officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition and the Disaster Management Authority (DMA). Speaking on […]
DPM COMMENDS ADVANCING DIGITAL
With the aim to advance a national digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI), the government through the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) is hosting a five-day AI Strategy and Data Centre Blue Print workshop starting on Monday. In her keynote address, Acting Prime Minister, Justice Nthomeng Majara commended MICSTI for leading on […]
LESOTHO IS POSITIONED AT THE HEART OF THE CONTINENT TO FAST-TRACK EFFORTS TOWARDS BUILDING A MORE INTERGRATED AND GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE EDUCATION SYSTEM.
Lesotho secured a significant leadership role in Africa’s higher education sector following the election of Dr. Moeketsi Letele as President of the African Network for Quality Assurance (AfriQAN), alongside his appointment to a key African Union (AU) body steering reforms in quality assurance across the continent. Dr. Letele, the Chief Executive Officer of Lesotho’s Council […]
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION LAUNCHED LesComCSIRT AND INAUGURATED NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY FORUM
The Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) in collaboration with the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) officially launched the Interim Lesotho National Computer Security Incident Response Team (LesComCSIRT) and hosted the inaugural National Cybersecurity Forum (NCF) in Maseru. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of MICSTI, Honourable Nthati Moorosi, said the strategy is […]
KING LETSIE III TOURED TAITA TAVETA AND ACKNOWLEDGED INITIATIVES PROMOTING FOOD SECURITY AND POVERTY REDUCTION.
His Majesty King Letsie III on a second day embarked on a field engagement in Taita Taveta County to gain first-hand experience of drought-affected areas and to highlight the evolving food security situation in Africa. Speaking during the visit, His Majesty commended the partnership between the Kenya Red Cross and the Taita Taveta County Government, […]
WITH INTERNATIONAL ORGANISED CRIME POSING A THREAT TO LESOTHO, THE POLICE AND COMMUNITIES MUST INTENSIFY EFFORTS TO DISMANTLE CRIMINAL NETWORKS.
The United States Embassy has warned that Lesotho is vulnerable to transnational organized crime, citing the country’s recent record-breaking methamphetamine manufacturing bust as evidence that international criminal networks are extending operations into the Kingdom. The Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Ms Monica Schneider said Southern Africa has experienced a rise in organised crime, particularly methamphetamine […]
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 […]
THROUGH A STRUCTURED AND COORDINATED SYSTEM, LESOTHO ALIGNS WITH REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TEACHER STANDARDS AND COMPETENCIES.
Ministry of Education and Training through the Teaching Service Department (TSD) officially Launched the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Framework for Teachers. The CPD framework establishes a structured, nationally coordinated system that enables every teacher to grow professionally, stay current and be recognized for their skills. The Framework is a bold statement of the ministry’s commitment […]
LESOTHO HOSTS REGIONAL ARCHIVES MEETING AS DIGITAL CHALLENGES TAKE CENTRE STAGE
Lesotho has reaffirmed the importance of preserving Africa’s documentary heritage as archivists and records management professionals from 15 countries across Eastern and Southern Africa gather in Maseru to address the growing challenges posed by digital transformation. The remarks were made on Monday during the official opening of the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Branch of […]
LESOTHO ADVANCES ITS VOICE IN GLOBAL AI GOVERNANCE
Lesotho continues to play an active role in shaping the global conversation on Artificial Intelligence. The establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) in Shanghai brings together 29 countries to promote international cooperation and fair access to AI. The organization aims to ensure that developing countries are not left behind in the AI […]
