BIODIVERSITY FINANCE INITIATIVE (BIOFIN) LAUNCHES
The Ministry of Environment and Forestry, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), officially launched the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) in Lesotho. BIOFIN is a global programme that supports countries in identifying, mobilising, and sustainably managing the financial resources required to protect biodiversity and strengthen […]
HIS MAJESTY MEETS WITH THE FAO TOP BRASS IN ROME
His Majesty King Letsie III arrived at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, Italy, where he was warmly received by the FAO Director-General, Dr Qu Dongyu. During the visit, the FAO reaffirmed its commitment to support the Kingdom of Lesotho through its Special Programme for Accelerated Agri-Food Systems Transformation, an initiative designed […]
FAO PLEDGES M92.5 MILLION TO SUPPORT LESOTHO’S AGRICULTURE
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr Lejone Mpotjoane, has announced that the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has pledged US$5 million, equivalent to approximately M92.5 million, to support Lesotho’s agricultural development. Mr Mpotjoane explained that the pledge forms part of FAO’s commitment under the Special Programme for Accelerated Agri-Food Systems Transformation in […]
LESOTHO HOST 11TH SADC MULTI-STAKEHOLDER WATER DIALOGUE
The Minister of Natural Resources, Mr Mohlomi Moleko, delivered his keynote address at the SADC 11th Multi-Stakeholder water dialogue .The dialogue’s theme was “Water Security, Innovation, and Nexus Action: Watering and Enabling Regional Economic Development Corridors for Transformation in SADC.” It emphasized water’s strategic role in driving economic growth, industrialization, and regional integration, particularly within […]
LESOTHO AT THE 80TH UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY
September 26, 2025 – The Right Honourable Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane addressed the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York yesterday. Below is the full statement delivered by the Prime Minister: Madam President of the 80th Session of the General Assembly, Your Excellencies, Heads of State and Government, Mr. […]
Lesotho Reaffirms Commitment to Multilateralism at G77 and China Meeting
At the 49th Annual Meeting of the G77 and China, held alongside UNGA 80, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr Lejone Mpotjoana, has called reforms to make the UN more just, inclusive, and geographically representative. He outlined the challenges facing developing nations, including poverty, food insecurity, and energy crises, noting Lesotho’s poverty […]
Lesotho Calls for Climate Finance at Global Mobility Summit
At the 3rd Global Mobility Summit in New York, held alongside UNGA 80, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr Lejone Mpotjoana, highlighted the human impact of climate change, noting that worsening droughts, floods, and temperature extremes are driving migration despite Lesotho’s minimal emissions. He stressed that “the right to stay is as […]
HIS MAJESRTY GETS AN AWARD
The Africa Water Investment Summit taking place in Cape Town has honored His Majesty King Letsie III for his exceptional leadership in championing the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). The project was recognized as a continental model for transboundary cooperation for peace, resilience, and sustainable development. The prestigious award was received by the Minister of […]
LESOTHO PROPOSES TO HOST REGIONAL RESEARCH HUB
Mr Lejone Mpotjoana, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations for the Kingdom of Lesotho, presented a compelling case for Lesotho to host the Regional Agricultural Research Hub for African Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) at a recent high-level event in Awaza, Turkmenistan. The event, held during the 3rd LLDCs Conference, focused on agricultural transformation as […]
PM URGES PARTNERS TO HONOR CLIMATE CHANGE COMMITMENTS
Prime Minister (PM) Mr Ntsokoane Matekane has called on development partners to continue to honor their Official Development Assistance (ODA) commitments, citing the critical role they play in supporting the country’s development efforts. Speaking in at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Spain, the PM stated that despite efforts to invest […]
