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 […]
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 […]
THE PRIME MINISTER WILL ADDRESS OTHER AFRICAN LEADERS ON NATION-RELATED CHALLENGES WHILE PAVING THE WAY FOR STRATEGIC NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ENERGY AND MINING SECTORS.
The Right Honourable the Prime Minister Samuel Matekane is expected to address Heads of State and Government as well as other senior African leaders at the African Leadership Colloquium underway in Abuja, Nigeria. Speaking to the agency, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Business Development, Mr. Motlatsi Maqelepo, said the Prime Minister will be […]
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 […]
GOVERNMENT URGED CHILDREN TO SPEAK OUT ON ISSUES AFFECTING THEM AND CLAIM THEIR RIGHTS.
Children had been urged to actively participate in decisions and processes that affect their lives, as the country continues efforts to strengthen the protection of children in the digital environment. Speaking at the National Children’s Parliament Simulation Session held at the Thaba-Bosiu Cultural Village. The Deputy Prime Minister Justice Nthomeng Majara said child participation was […]
HER MAJESTY QUEEN LAUNCHED FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR ‘NETE LEOTLELA, DEMONSTRATING HER COMMITMENT TO THE WELFARE OF ALL CITIZENS.
Her Majesty Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso launched the “Kick the Ball, Score a Goal for Life” fundraising campaign to support the medical expenses of young ‘Nete Leotlela, who sustained serious injuries after being attacked by dogs. The campaign was launched by Her Majesty, who is the Chief Patron of Hlokomela Bana Association and Motseeo FC. […]
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
GOVERNMENT SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT TO IMPROVE MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT FUND POLICY.
The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning has begun consultations with stakeholders across the country to gather views on improving the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund policy, with the aim of ensuring fair compensation and better protection for road accident victims. At a consultation meeting held in Mafeteng, Administration Manager Mr. Tsamaiso Tlolotlolo welcomed delegates from […]
LNFOD IS OPTIMISTIC THAT LESOTHO GOVERNMENT WILL TAKE ACTION TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES FACED BY PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
”Statistics from the recently completed population census is expected to contribute significantly towards addressing the challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), as the Lesotho National Federation of Organizations of the Disabled (LNFOD) will rely on such data for planning and advocacy.” This was said by LNFOD Executive Director, Mr. Rabasotho Moeletsi in an interview […]
LESOTHO IS TAKING A LEADING ROLE IN ADVANCING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION TO ENABLE BROAD ACCESS TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE APPLICATIONS ACCESSIBLE TO CITIZENS.
Even though Lesotho is the newest member of Smart Africa, it had been selected as one of the countries participating in creating national data Blueprint. The government through the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) hosted the first National Stakeholder Consultative Workshop on the Development of the National Data Value Creation Blueprint […]
