Ithabeleng Qhasho
IN a continued effort to bring banking services closer to Basotho, First National Bank (FNB) Lesotho has officially opened a new branch in Lower Moyeni, Quthing, marking the fourth branch launched by the bank within a year.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, FNB Lesotho Chief Executive Officer, Delekazi Mokebe, expressed her pride and excitement, describing the milestone as one of the most fulfilling achievements in her 10-year journey with the bank.
“In the past year, we have opened a branch in Masianokeng, followed by Maseru Mall, and now Quthing. We are already present in Mokhotlong, and we hope to expand even further,” Ms Mokebe said.
She extended gratitude to the bank’s loyal customers for their continued support, as well as to new clients choosing FNB as their preferred financial partner.
“It is because of their trust that we exist,” she added.
Quthing Branch Manager, Pitso Mpeqa, echoed Ms Mokebe’s sentiments, describing the launch as a historic event that ushers in a brighter future for banking in the district.
“This is a great day that builds a legacy and a promising future for the presence of our bank in Quthing. FNB is committed to easing access to banking and financial services, and this branch plays a key role in that mission,” Mr Mpeqa said.
He highlighted that the bank has taken active steps to promote financial inclusion through innovative and customer-friendly products such as the Bothebelele Account, which carries no maintenance fees, and Cash Plus, a service that enables customers to access banking services without having to queue in traditional branches.
Mr Mpeqa also announced the launch of a new product earlier this week — Seotlong, a stockvel account designed to support group savings schemes that are popular in local communities. He expressed confidence that the product would be widely embraced by Quthing residents.
Area Chief, Makhaola Sempe Nkuebe, applauded FNB for responding to long-standing community calls for improved access to financial services.
“For years, people from Quthing had to travel to Mafeteng to access basic banking services. That was not only costly but also difficult for many, especially the elderly,” Chief Nkuebe said.
He added that the new branch would benefit a wide range of clients, including people from South Africa’s bordering provinces of the Eastern and Western Cape, who often conduct business and maintain family ties in Quthing.
With the addition of the Quthing branch, FNB Lesotho now operates 12 branches nationwide, further cementing its position as one of the most accessible and responsive financial institutions in the country.
