Category : Local News

…as apex court expresses frustration at judges who do not provide reasons for their decisions Moorosi Tsiane JUDGES are highly esteemed people who are paid...

Bongiwe Zihlangu THE government and the opposition in parliament have agreed to break their deadlock over the much-delayed reforms process. They were due to have...

’Marafaele Mohloboli THE Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)’s Director of Elections, Mpaiphele Maqutu, has rubbished allegations that he “corruptly” procured the ballot papers for the 7...

–criticises his own party for failing voters –accuses RFP officials of awarding themselves tenders ‘Marafaele Mohloboli and Moroke Sekoboto THE Revolution for Prosperity (RFP) is...

… as court blocks the IEC from disciplining him Mohalenyane Phakela THE Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)’s public relations manager, Tuoe Hantši, has successfully petitioned the...

Moorosi Tsiane IT seems justice will finally be served for slain journalist, Ralikonelo Joki, as four alleged assassins were on Monday charged by the Maseru...

Hopolang Mokhopi THE Minister of Gender, Youth, Sports, Arts, Culture and Social Development, Pitso Lesaoana, has called upon different companies to donate to the SOS Children’s...

’Marafaele Mohloboli BASOTHO Action Party leader (BAP), Nqosa Mahao, says plans are afoot to interdict the government from hiring its supporters for jobs in various...

Moorosi Tsiane THE Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Hlalefang Motinyane, has pleaded with the High Court for time to sort out “logistical” issues over her...

Leemisa Thuseho FINANCE and Developing Planning Minister, Retšelisitsoe Matlanyane, has implored Lesotho’s development partners to help the country in its battle to contain the myriad...

Mohalenyane Phakela AN IRATE Chief Justice, Sakoane Sakoane, has once again launched a broadside at Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Hlalefang Motinyane, accusing her of “loitering” around...

Mohalenyane Phakela / Moorosi Tsiane THE National Security Service (NSS) has no powers to investigate and prosecute criminal cases.  It is only clothed with powers...

Moorosi Tsiane THE Court of Appeal has rejected a bid by Lesotho’s former High Commissioner to Britain, Rethabile Mokaeane, to overturn a judgment ordering her...

Moorosi Tsiane A QACHA’S Nek man has sued the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Offences (DCEO) for one million maloti over an alleged assault by...

—after UAE ambassador denied entry into Lesotho Mohalenyane Phakela THE Director of Immigration, ‘Mantšebo Motšoanakaba, has been suspended from duty on allegations she failed to...

Leemisa Thuseho THE Roads Directorate has mobilized about M1,2 billion for the construction and rehabilitation of roads in the current 2023/24 fiscal year, the institution’s...

…as his main challenger Sehapi threatens to challenge that victory in the courts ’Marafaele Mohloboli NEWLY elected Law Society of Lesotho (LSL) president, Advocate Lintle...

THE Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) a fortnight ago launched the Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) in Malingoaneng, Mokhotlong. The colourful...

…rejects allegations it has short-changed poor communities displaced by its Phase II project… …promises to compensate everyone and every community involved… Mohalenyane Phakela THE Lesotho...

Moroke Sekoboto World Vision International Lesotho (WVIL) National Director James Chifwelu has emphasised the importance of promoting menstrual hygiene and raising awareness about it. Addressing...

Mohalenyane Phakela LESOTHO Electricity Company (LEC) Managing Director, Mohato Seleke, will leave the power company on 30 June 2023 after he and the LEC board...

—and not rely on the Public Service Commission PRIME Minister Sam Matekane recently caused widespread consternation among his political opponents when his government approved regulations...

Hopolang Mokhopi A LIQHOBONG Diamond Mine employee has appeared in court   accused of stealing 19 diamonds worth an estimated M1 million. Telekiso Lekoko, (32), of...

Leemisa Thuseho THE “Warm Children’s Hearts: A China-Africa Joint Action” initiative yesterday brought smiles to the faces of orphans and underprivileged children by handing them...

Moorosi Tsiane TRANSFORMATION Resource Center (TRC) executive director, Tsikoane Peshoane, has lashed out at the government for snubbing a meeting called by non-governmental organisations (NGOs)...

Watching your favorite sports may be even more thrilling by participating in sports betting, an entertaining and engaging hobby. However, to ensure that sports betting...

The Botswana government has clarified the issue of former head of state Ian Khama’s presidential benefits, following allegations that he was being deprived of his...

…as the tourism sector remains a key potential source for job creation Tokelo Khausela THE Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) has been urged to inject...

—urges Basotho to be proactive in seeking primary health care Moroke Sekoboto HEALTH Minister Selibe Mochoboroane says the government is dedicated to delivering primary health...

Mohalenyane Phakela TAXI owners operating under the banner of the Maseru Region Transport Operators (MRTO) have dragged Police Commissioner Holomo Molibeli to the High Court...