Phapano, prime suspect in LEC corruption – Mahao
Mohloai Mpesi Former Minister of Energy, Professor Nqosa Mahao, has labelled the ministry’s Principal Secretary, Tankiso Phapano, a “prime suspect” in the ongoing corruption allegations...
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Lesotho launches successful environmental projects
Seithati Motsoeneng IN a significant step towards addressing climate change, Lesotho has launched two ambitious initiatives: the Resilient Landscape Restoration (ROLL) and the Integrated...
Bid to oust LHDA chief
Moorosi Tsiane THE Lesotho Highlands Water Commission (LHWC) has asked Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) board chairperson, Lehlomela Stephen Phakisi, to resign from his cushy post for allegedly violating the Authority’s conflict of interest policy. Mr...
SOEs fail to declare dividends to govt
Mathatisi Sebusi AN alarming 60 percent of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and companies in which the State owns shareholding have failed to pay dividends to the government as expected. In fact,...
Assistant High Court registrar shot by lover
…as women protest escalating femicides Moorosi Tsiane A High Court Assistant Registrar, Tebello Mokhoema, has narrowly survived death after being shot by her boyfriend this past Saturday...
Ombudsman orders LDF, LMPS to probe torture incidents
Mohloai Mpesi OMBUDSMAN, Advocate Tlotliso Polaki, has ordered internal investigations into rogue members of the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) and Lesotho Mounted Police Service...
More woes for M186 million airport project
…as parly committee recommends project be re–tendered Mohloai Mpesi THE corruption plagued M184 million Moshoeshoe I International Airport refurbishment project has hit yet another snag after a parliamentary committee this week recommended...
RSL probes 10 employees for misconduct
Mohloai Mpesi THE Revenue Services Lesotho (RSL) has suspended 10 employees pending investigations into allegations of dishonesty and misconduct. The employees, all Customs Inspectors,...
Parly committee calls for dialogue with MMB
—As brewery opposes latest alcohol levy hike Mathatisi Sebusi THE Ministry of Finance and Development Planning and the Maluti Mountain Brewery (MMB) must dialogue over the...
Lesotho must embrace cleantech – Moleko
Moroke Sekoboto LESOTHO must embrace clean technologies to ensure its energy security, economic resilience, and environmental sustainability, Energy Minister, Mohlomi Moleko, has said. Mr...
Moshoeshoe Walk, Lesotho’s own version of the Long March: a walk of resilience to triumph
From 6 to 8 March 2025, hundreds of people from diverse backgrounds joined Basotho on the Moshoeshoe Walk from Leribe to Thaba Bosiu. The...
DCEO no-show in Peka MP theft case
…as docket “mysteriously” disappears from court Moorosi Tsiane THE theft case against Peka constituency legislator, Mohopoli Monokoane, failed to resume yesterday after the court was informed...
Prosecutor challenges his arraignment over M1500 bribe
Hopolang Mokhopi A BEREA prosecutor, Lefu Penane, who faces criminal charges of soliciting a M1500 bribe, is challenging the decision by the Director of Public...
Tšosane community up in arms
…questions government’s commitment to dumpsite rehabilitation Mathatisi Sebusi / Seithati Motšoeneng THE community of Ha Tšosane has lost faith in the government’s promise to rehabilitate a local...
Mahlala forms new party
Mohloai Mpesi / Mohalenyane Phakela BUSINESSMAN Bothata Mahlala has confirmed he is in the process of forming a new political party after initially denying that he would...
Another failed coup “mastermind” jailed
Hopolang Mokhopi TABLES have turned on retired soldier, Colonel Thato Phaila, who has gone from being a Crown witness in high-profile cases against his former...
H.E. Emmanuel Hategeka, Rwanda’s High Commissioner to South Africa speaks on Women’s Day
Rwanda celebrating International Women’s Day under the theme – “Empowered Women, Stronger Nation” On this International Women’s Day, HE Emmanuel Hategeka, Rwanda’s High Commissioner to...
Lesotho Housing sued for M15m
Hopolang Mokhopi THE Lesotho Housing and Land Development Corporation (LHLDC) is facing a M15 million lawsuit for allegedly terminating its contract with Rendeals Four...
Police urge Dr Mofubelu’s sexual harassment victims to come forward
Moorosi Tsiane ALLEGATIONS of sexual harassment against medical practitioner, Hlalele Mofubelu, have prompted more women to come forward, sharing their harrowing experiences with the doctor. Dr Mofubelu...
Teacher who “stabbed” student to represent himself in court
Hopolang Mokhopi A PHUTHIATSANA High School teacher accused of stabbing his student in December last year has chosen to represent himself in his trial before...
LTDC drives tourism sensitization campaign
—Engages Butha-Buthe communities, schools Hopolang Mokhopi THE Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) recently organized a pivotal event in Butha-Buthe to sensitize primary schools and local...
Govt bids to enhance service delivery
Moroke Sekoboto The government has taken steps to enhance accountability and transparency in service delivery by introducing client service charters for civil servants. Speaking at...
Minister of Natural Resources’ Site Visit Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to the Lesotho Highlands Water Project
MOKHOTLONG – The Minister of Natural Resources, Hon Mohlomi Moleko, undertook a comprehensive oversight visit to key sites of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project...
A critical examination of the 2025/2026 Kingdom of Lesotho budget
Critical Analysis Theme and Strategic Direction The theme, “Building Strategies for Inclusive Growth,” demonstrates a commitment to economic expansion, job creation, and resilience against...
Moradi Crushers, Mpeke community forge a new relationship
Hopolang Mokhopi IN a remarkable turn of events, Moradi Crushers has taken significant steps to strengthen its relationship with the Ha Mpeke community by addressing...
Global warming reaches new heights
Seithati Motšoeneng THE world has officially recorded its warmest January ever, according to leading datasets from the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the United...
Hopolang Mokhopi THE Lesotho Housing and Land Development Corporation (LHLDC) is facing a M15 million lawsuit for allegedly terminating its contract with Rendeals Four...
Braveleo Couture: A Disruptor in Menswear or an Emerging Vision Still in Refinement?
By Silence Charumbira In the evolving landscape of luxury fashion, Braveleo Couture positions itself as a challenger brand, attempting to dismantle the Eurocentric monopoly on...
Malnutrition exacting a heavy toll globally – King
Seithati Mots’oeneng KING Letsie III has warned that malnutrition exacts a steep social and economic toll across the globe, with African countries bearing the brunt...
BAoL marks first anniversary
Moroke Sekoboto THE Bangladeshi Association of Lesotho (BAoL) marked its first anniversary with a vibrant and culturally rich celebration, reflecting on its achievements while setting...