LESOTHO CALLS FOR A UNITED AFRICAN VOICE AT WSIS+20
The Principal Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Mr Kanono Ramashamole, opened a virtual consultative meeting as Chair of the African Union body responsible for communication and information technologies.The session aimed to finalize the draft guidelines that will guide African Union Member States during the World Summit on the Information […]
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 […]
MEANINGFUL CONNECTIVITY, PATHWAY TO ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY – MOOROSI
The Minister of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ms Nthati Moorosi says Lesotho believes that meaningful connectivity is not only access but it is the pathway to economic opportunity, efficient public services, resilient societies and a sustainable future. Ms. Nthati Moorosi said this during a high level meeting of World Telecommunication Development Conference themed, […]
ITU AIMS TO BOOST DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION, ICT REGULATION
Lesotho is moving forward with plans to improve digital services and strengthen ICT use across key sectors. The Principal Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Mr. Kanono Ramashamole, has highlighted the significance of Ms Halima Letamo’s visit from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), calling it a vital step towards advancing […]
SAFEGUARDING DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE VITAL – MASIU
Government through the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MICSTI) is committed to protecting and promoting digital infrastructure says the Director in the Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Mr Khiba Masiu. “Safeguarding and ensuring effective use of digital infrastructure, will go a long way in enhancing resilience amid cyber threats and […]
AFRICA TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN GLOBAL SOUTH DIALOGUE
Only few days remain towards the 2025 G20 Summit to be hosted in South Africa, the City of Johannesburg will host the first Global South Media and Think-Tank Forum – China-Africa Partnership Conference, from November 12 to 14 in Houghton. This first-of-its-kind forum on African soil aims to highlight the strengthening ties between China and […]
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 […]
AFRICA UNITES FOR A DIGITALLY EMPOWERED FUTURE: LESOTHO WRAPS UP DTS VALIDATION WORKSHOP
The Validation Workshop on the Assessment of the Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) 2020–2030 Implementation in Africa concluded successfully in Maseru, Lesotho — marking a significant milestone in advancing the continent’s digital transformation agenda. In his closing remarks, the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Mr Kanono Ramashamole commended delegates […]
LESOTHO HOSTS CONTINENTAL VALIDATION MEETING ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY
Lesotho proudly hosted the Validation of the Draft Report on the Assessment of the Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) 2020–2030 Implementation in Africa at Lancers Inn, Maseru. Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Minister of Information, Communication, Science, Technology and Innovation, Principal Secretary Mr Kanono Ramashamole welcomed distinguished representatives from across the continent 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) […]
