Lipholo labelled constitutional delinquent
—Over unauthorized UN lobbying Seithati Motṧoeneng BASOTHO Covenant Movement (BCM) leader, Dr Tṧepo Lipholo has been accused of “constitutional delinquency” by the Policy Engagement Action for Civic Education (PEACE) organization. The accusation stems from Dr Lipholo’s efforts to reclaim what he describes as Lesotho’s historical territories ‘stolen’ by South Africa, through an unauthorized lobbying trip […]
The Spirit of Nkrumah: Can Pan-Africanism Shield Africa from the Winds of Trump? The case of Lesotho
Thuso Mosabala The storm clouds of uncertainty gather on the horizon. The unpredictable winds of global politics, fueled by the “America First” doctrine, threaten to buffet the African continent. The Kingdom of Lesotho, small and nestled within the heart of the Republic of South Africa, finds itself increasingly vulnerable to the growing hostility emanating […]
Fears grow over Lesotho’s rising public debt
Mohloai Mpesi As US President Donald Trump plunges the world into economic chaos, eliminating normal trade practises and cutting aid packages, serious worries have arisen over how these retrogressive measures will impact Lesotho’s growing public debt burden and overall economic growth prospects. According to the World Bank, Lesotho faces a huge public debt dilemma in view […]
Let’s make Platinum Credit Great Again (PLAGA)
To my dearest sister, Motena Lishea Scrutator is overjoyed and happy for you my sister. I cannot help but give you some unsolicited advice. After all, we fought this battle together. Even though I might have appeared to be on the side of makhooa, all I wanted in the end was to save Platinum Credit as […]
RSL, SARS move to enhance trade cooperation
Moroke Sekoboto REVENUE Services Lesotho (RSL) and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have launched a joint End-to-End Time Release Study (TRS) to streamline border processes and enhance trade facilitation between the two countries. The comprehensive bi-national study will conduct an in-depth diagnosis of border procedures by tracking the full journey of goods and […]
Malephane, Motloheloa to lock horns for LSRC presidency
—-Outgoing president Motšeremeli ineligible for re-election AS Litšitso Motšeremeli’s term as Lesotho Sports and Recreation Commission (LSRC) president nears its end, speculation is rife that two sporting administrators are vying to succeed him. The Lesotho Times has learned that the Federation of Judo Lesotho (FJL) president, Baba Malephane, and the Chess Federation of Lesotho (CFL) president, […]
Matlama, Lioli league title race becomes intriguing
—After Matlama’s stumble over the weekend —As the rivals face off in epic clash tomorrow Leemisa Thuseho THE race for the Vodacom Premier League (VPL) title has become increasingly captivating after defending champions Lioli leapfrogged league leaders Matlama over the weekend. Lioli have taken the top spot following their decisive 3-1 victory over long-time rivals Bantu on […]
Kick4Life Women claim maiden WSL title
—Dethrone defending champions LDF Ladies Leemisa Thuseho KICK4LIFE Women have clinched their first-ever Women’s Super League (WSL) title, dethroning defending champions LDF Ladies. A decisive 5-0 victory over Bokamoso College Ladies on Sunday at Morija Ground in Maseru saw Kick4Life cement their position at the top of the table with 45 points, putting them out […]