Videos: 5 provinces face storm warnings as snow falls in Lesotho

Snow may have fallen in neighbouring Lesotho, but most South Africans won’t see flakes this week. Pretoria Rekord reports that VoxWeather forecaster Michelle du Plessis said no snow is expected in South Africa. “Most of the rain and storms will...

Tackling climate change requires smart partnerships

This article was produced with the support of Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking As weather disasters worsen and threaten economic growth, Africans are formulating new funding and adaptation strategies to future-proof companies,...

WEATHER: Rain and breezy conditions expected across parts of SA

Struggling to decide what to wear? Here’s what today’s weather has in store for South Africa’s nine provinces. Your daily weather, UVB forecast and temperature updates around South Africa. Weather conditions and UVB forecast Gauteng Temperature:...

Today in Africa — October 16, 2025: Four Killed at Raila Odinga Memorial, Joseph Kabila Resurfaces in Kenya, Madagascar’s Junta Defies African Union Suspension

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

Mohokare Golf Classic roars into life

Leemisa Thuseho LESOTHO’s biggest international golfing event, the Mohokare Golf Classic, is set to take centre stage this weekend. Starting tomorrow and running through Saturday, the Nedbank Lesotho-sponsored tournament will be held...

Kao Mine needs M250 million bailout

. . . as stalemate with RSL puts 1 800 jobs on the line Mohloai Mpesi THE Storm Mountain Diamonds (SMD), one of Lesotho’s four major diamond producers, urgently needs at least M250 million to stay afloat, the Lesotho Times has learnt. SMD (Pty)...

This tiny nation was winning in its fight against HIV. Then Trump cut foreign aid

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Reimagining Commercial Underwriting in the Age of AI

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IMF calls for economic reform

…urges shift from public sector dependency to private sector–led growth Moroke Sekoboto THE government must urgently overhaul Lesotho’s economic model to unlock private sector–led job creation to end chronic unemployment and poverty, the...

AfDB Unveils US$209M Economic Transformation Plan for Lesotho

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a comprehensive $209 million Country Strategy Paper for Lesotho, establishing a five-year roadmap designed to accelerate economic diversification, enhance resilience, and drive inclusive...

‘Our Land, Our Lives’: Lesotho villagers challenge Gauteng water scheme

Concerns: Local residents gather to voice their opposition to the construction of the Polihali Dam in Lesotho, as part of the second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy Eighteen rural communities in Lesotho’s...

AfDB approves $209m strategy to boost diversification, private sector growth in Lesotho

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new $209 million Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Lesotho, setting out a five-year roadmap to accelerate the country’s economic diversification, resilience and inclusive growth, a statement...

AfDB Group, Approves New Strategy to Drive Economic Diversification, Private Sector - led inclusive Growth in Lesotho

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a new $209 million Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Lesotho, setting out a roadmap to accelerate the country’s transition toward economic diversification,...

Chinese Embassy in Lesotho celebrates 76th founding anniversary of PRC

MASERU, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Embassy in Lesotho hosted a reception on Monday in Maseru, the southern African country's capital, to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC), which falls on...

World Food Day 2025 – FAO 80th Anniversary

Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear Colleagues and Friends, Good morning from Rome! It is a great honour and a privilege to welcome you to FAO headquarters today in the heart of Rome, the eternal city, as we celebrate World Food Day and FAO’s...

OPEC Fund Launches $1 Billion in New Funding and Debuts Euro Bond to Boost Global Sustainable 

The OPEC Fund for International Development has taken a significant leap forward in its global development efforts, mobilizing over US$1 billion in new funding and making history with its first-ever Euro benchmark bond. The Institutional move,...

ROAD FUND LESOTHO TO HOST REGIONAL ROAD MAINTENANCE MEETING

by LENASeptember 22, 2025September 22, 2025020 Share0 Maseru, Sept.22 – Road Fund Lesotho is set to host the two-day second meeting of the Association of Road Maintenance Funds in Africa (ARMFA) Southern Africa Focal Group from October 14....

Letter to the Editor: Republicans are in control, but Democrats at fault for shutdown

Dear editor: The news media usually claims that Republicans control the House, the Senate, and the White House, so the government shutdown must be their fault. Your article in the October 9 issue made clear that the Republicans don’t control the...

Sunday weather warning: Severe wildfire threats issued for these three provinces

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 21 September 2025. Parts of the country should be on alert for extremely high fire danger conditions, which may result in wildfire on Sunday. The South...

Morocco secures €100 million OPEC Fund loan to back climate and governance reforms

HESPRESS English – Morocco News Economy Hespress ENSaturday 20 September 2025 - 17:31 The Moroccan government will receive a €100 million policy-based loan (about 1.8 billion dirhams) from the OPEC Fund for International Development to finance the...