LESOTHO GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES M68 MILLION CLIMATE FUND TO PROTECT MSMES AND JOBS.
The government has launched a M68 million Climate Resilience and Preparedness Support Facility to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) withstand the growing impact of climate change while protecting jobs and livelihoods. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Business Development, Mr. Motlatsi Maqelepo, said the facility, funded through the World […]
HIS MAJESTY COMMISSIONS NYAKA TO WASHINGTON EMBASSAY
His Majesty King Letsie III has commissioned Mr Molefi Nyaka as Lesotho’s Ambassador to Washington, United States of America (USA) at the ceremony held at the Royal Palace on Wednesday. His Majesty highlighted Lesotho’s desire to further strengthen the existing relations between Lesotho and the USA hence the accreditation of Mr Nyaka as Lesotho’s Ambassador. […]
SACU OPENS 9TH SUMMIT OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT IN CAPE TOWN.
The 9th SACU Heads of State and Government Summit have officially opened in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together leaders from SACU member states to discuss the future of regional trade, economic integration, industrialization, and sustainable development. The summit is expected to provide strategic direction on strengthening the customs union and enhancing the region’s competitiveness […]
SACU COUNCIL OF MINISTERS PROPOSES FOR DEVELOPMENT FUND TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT.
The Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Council of Ministers has endorsed a proposal to establish a SACU Development Fund aimed at supporting economic growth and infrastructure development in member states. Minister of Finance and Development Planning Dr. Retšelisitsoe Matlanyane said the decision was reached after the Council reviewed technical reports presented by the SACU Secretariat […]
GOVERNMENT IS ACCELERATING RURAL ELECTRIFICATION TO IMPROVE LIVELIHOODS ACROSS COMMUNITIES.
Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane toured retail stalls and handed over wheat grains and IDs to locals in Helehehle, Thabana-Morena, as part of ongoing government efforts to support community livelihoods and strengthen service delivery. In the same area, M42 Million was used to electrify Helehehle, Ha Raliemere, Limapong, Liphiring, Ha Leboto and Maisane among others in […]
GOVERNMENT RE-DIRECTS RSL ADMINISTRATION FEES TO ROAD FUND BOOSTING SERVICE DELIVERY FOR ROAD USERS.
The administration and collection of toll-gate fees will be transferred from Revenue Services Lesotho (RSL) to the Road Fund with effect from July 01, a move expected to improve efficiency and service delivery for road users. The announcement was made by spokespersons of both institutions, who said the transfer is intended to streamline the management […]
LESOTHO TEXTILE MANUFACTURERS TO PARTICIPATE IN MAJOR AFRICAN FASHION EXHIBITION IN CAPETOWN, SOUTH AFRICA.
At least 15 textile and apparel producers from Lesotho are set to participate in the annual All Fashion Sourcing exhibition scheduled to take place from July, 14 to 16, in Cape Town, South Africa. The announcement was made during a press conference hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Business Development in Maseru where […]
GOVERNMENT TO HOLD LEADERSHIP FORUM AND ACCOUNTABILITY SUMMIT
The Government of Lesotho will host a Leadership Forum and an Accountability Summit aimed at strengthening governance, accountability, transparency and service delivery as part of its commitment to building an effective and responsive public sector. The Leadership Forum is scheduled for June 21-23, 2026, while the Accountability Summit will take place from July 1-3, 2026. […]
BASOTHO CULTURE WAS SHOWCASED AT THE UN INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR 2026.
The United Nations Headquarters in New York came alive with colour, aroma and the sounds of the world in an event Organized by the United Nations Delegations Spouses Club (UNDSC) the annual International Bazaar which transformed the Visitors Plaza into a vibrant global marketplace. Nations from every corner of the earth gathered to share their […]
LESOTHO JOINED THE UNITED STATES TO CELEBRATE 250th ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE
The Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Honourable Richard Ramoeletsi officiated the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America at American Embassy in Maseru. In his remarks, Honourable Ramoeletsi reaffirmed the strong and longstanding relations between Lesotho and the United States, highlighting cooperation in health, trade, […]
