SEAC hails harmonised elections
…as IEC embarks on a learning journey Mohloai Mpesi THE Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Advisory Council (SEAC) has welcomed the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)’s...
Teen girl abducted, sexually assaulted in Leribe
…as police launch manhunt Kabelo Masoabi A 14-year-old schoolgirl is recovering in hospital after she was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted in a harrowing overnight ordeal that has shaken the Ha Mokokoana community in Leribe District. According...
Uproar over govt-US health deal
Mohloai Mpesi THE government’s recent agreement with the United States on health funding has sparked widespread uproar, drawing sharp criticism from both the main opposition and...
Matekane unveils exquisite women’s clothing collection
…in collaboration with renowned SA-based designer Georges Malelu Seithati Motsoeneng BUSINESS mogul and philanthropist, Mamotake “Lady M” Matekane, has officially launched her women’s clothing line, the Lady M Collection,...
Initiation secrecy derails police investigations – Mapola
Rethabile Pitso THE Inspector of Police, Advocate Motlatsi Mapola, has sharply criticised members of the Lesotho Mounted Police Service (LMPS) for what he describes as a troubling...
Not yet uhuru for Manyokole
…as DCEO, DPP appeal is enrolled in Court of Appeal Moorosi Tsiane THE Directorate on Corruption and Economic Offences (DCEO) and the acting Director of...
Census recruitment row deepens
…as govt, DCYL clash over transparency Ithabeleng Qhasho CONCERNS over the integrity of Lesotho’s upcoming national census have intensified, with the Democratic Congress Youth League...
High Court orders fine, compensation in culpable homicide case
Kabelo Masoabi THE High Court has sentenced 25-year-old Chafole Maome of Peka Ha Lepholisa in Leribe to a measly M5000 fine after finding him guilty of culpable homicide. The court imposed a fine...
Govt, US Embassy renew partnership
…over American Corner at State Library Rethabile Pitso THE Ministry of Information, Communication, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) has renewed its partnership with the United States...
Govt must account for missing M3.5 billion
THE government must account for the missing M3.5 billion illustrated in the Auditor-General’s Report on the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Government of Lesotho for...
Lesotho wetlands rehabilitation boosts regional water security
Seithati Motsoeneng EFFORTS to restore degraded wetlands in Lesotho are gaining momentum, with the non-profit organisation, ReNOKA, and its partners reporting progress in protecting key water...
SA financial guru inspires Basotho
…courtesy of Alliance Insurance and Standard Lesotho Bank (SLB) Rethabile Pitso BASOTHO youth and business leaders turned up to hear South African financial expert, Vusi Thembekwayo, address a capacity...
Tourism generates over M560 million in revenue
…as govt secures investment to boost destinations Moroke Sekoboto THE national tourism sector continues to assert itself as a key economic driver, generating over M562...
China has handed Lesotho a map, will we read it?
Silence Charumbira Lesotho sits on a productive paradox. The country has water in a thirsty region, wool and mohair prized in the luxury markets of...
How Lesotho can leverage multilateralism and Its Commonwealth membership to boost the economy and tackle youth unemployment
Mokhali Khohlooa Walk through the streets of Maseru on any weekday. Near the taxi ranks along Kingsway, young people sell airtime, roasted maize, sweets, second-hand clothes,...
Lesotho Education in Crisis: The Past and Future, continued
Tholang Maqutu As I reflected on a possible follow-up to my two-part article published between 17–23 April and 24–30 April 2025, titled “Lesotho Education in Crisis: The Past and...
LCA enhances compliance
…restricts airtime advance services for minors …urges users of walkie-talkies to comply with regulations Moroke Sekoboto THE Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA), in collaboration with mobile network operators (MNOs),...
Judge Mahase fights on
…demands payment of legal fees Hopolang Mokhopi EMBATTLED High Court judge, ’Maseforo Mahase, has formally demanded the payment of her legal fees amounting to over M270,000 from...
Govt set to establish medical school
Moroke Sekoboto THE Ministry of Health is set to transform the Family Medicine School in Hlotse, Leribe, into a fully-fledged national medical school. With support from the Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance...
LDF soldier killed in SA illegal mining turf war
…as two rifles believed to belong to LDF are confiscated by famo gangsters Moorosi Tsiane A member of the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) has allegedly been shot dead in...
Lesotho fails to implement EU electoral recommendations
Mohloai Mpesi LESOTHO has failed to implement key recommendations made by the European Union (EU) Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) following the October 2022 general elections. This...
LEC fails to account for M400m
Mohloai Mpesi THE Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) has failed to account for about M400 million in its financial records, drawing a scathing disclaimer from the Auditor-General for the...
High Court orders arrest of man accused of stokvel killing
Kabelo Masoabi THE High Court has issued a warrant of apprehension for a Mokhotlong man, Moeling Koti Mailana, who is accused of murder, after he failed...
Durban consulate scammed M366k
…in bogus vehicle deal …as another M394k is “stolen” by JHB consulate staffer Moroke Sekoboto THE Auditor-General’s damning report has exposed serious financial misconduct at the Lesotho...
Sekhamane scoffs at MPs’ “unbecoming” conduct
Mohloai Mpesi THE National Assembly is considering enacting a law to curb the persistent habit of Members of Parliament (MPs) absconding sittings. Speaker of the National Assembly, Tlohang Sekhamane, says...
Entrepreneur urges government to prioritise nutrition over medicines
Moroke Sekoboto AS healthcare costs continue to rise and Lesotho remains heavily reliant on imported pharmaceuticals, local entrepreneur Bokang Matsipa is calling for a bold shift in national policy...
Matekane earns major UN award
Rethabile Pitso PHILANTHROPIST, ’Mamotake “LadyM” Matekane, has received an International Leadership Award from the United Nations in recognition of her work in youth, women and leadership programmes...
Defence halts trial
…seeks expert to challenge Crown evidence Moorosi Tsiane THE trial has stalled after defence lawyers successfully applied to call an expert witness to challenge the Crown’s...
Drama in treason trial
Moorosi Tsiane A defence lawyer in the ongoing treason and murder trial of politicians and soldiers has been accused of being “insensitive” after continuing to vigorously question a visibly distressed...
Matekane hands over church building
…as he celebrates 68th birthday Rethabile Pitso HIS Majesty King Letsie III has commended Prime Minister Sam Ntsokoane Matekane for donating a newly built church in Mantsonyane, Thaba-Tseka, describing...