MISA Lesotho commemorates World Radio Day

MOSA MAOENG MASERU – Radio has the potential to dispel myths and misconceptions held on climate change by the rural communities, by constantly providing accurate and credible information. This is the key point in the statement issued by the...

African Mining Indaba: Moleko tells Lesotho’s story

Mining continues to play a pivotal role in Lesotho’s economy, where Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contributed 30.8 percent from M3.9 billion in 2021 to M5.1 billion in 2022. Direct contribution to government fiscus through taxes and levies improved...

Modern slavery and climate change: how extreme weather fuels...

Weather-induced disasters that are the result of climate change are increasingly affecting societies. One area that hasn't been explored much yet is how extreme weather events are creating conditions for a rise in modern slavery. Legal scholar...

Modern slavery and climate change: how extreme weather fuels forced labour and unwanted marriages

Weather-induced disasters that are the result of climate change are increasingly affecting societies. One area that hasn’t been explored much yet is how extreme weather events are creating conditions for a rise in modern slavery. Legal scholar...

Migrating elephants get room to roam via community conservation efforts

Years of elephant movement data reveal distinct routes the animals take to access food and water, but road building and new rail lines, towns, cities and fences are increasingly cutting off their ability to move across the landscape. In response,...

Saturday's weather: Severe thunderstorms and rain forecast for three provinces

The South African Weather Service has issued multiple Yellow Level 2 warnings for severe thunderstorms and disruptive rain in Free State, Limpopo and North West. (Ashish Kumar/Getty Images) The South African Weather Service has issued multiple...

Reimagining Commercial Underwriting in the Age of AI

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Independent economic regulator will ensure fair, sustainable water management, Godongwana says

Note: This article has been written on the basis of documents provided to the media during the 2025 Budget lock-up prior to the cancellation of the Budget Speech on February 19. The National Treasury has lifted the embargo imposed on the...

PM states Lesotho position of M23/DRC war

MOSA MAOENG MASERU – Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane says Lesotho remains steadfast in working hard to see to it that the sovereignty and peace of the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is restored. Matekane declared this position...

Director-General welcomes His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho at FAO Headquarters

Rome - The FAO Director-General, QU Dongyu, warmly welcomed His Majesty the King back to FAO Headquarters and referred to their previous meeting four months ago, appreciating the positive and ongoing collaboration with the Kingdom of Lesotho. The...

Concor JV builds bridges to growth in Lesotho

Work is surging ahead on the two bridges over the Mabunyaneng and Khubelu Rivers, part of the Polihali Dam programme of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II. Driving this progress is the Concor-Nthane Brothers M&K Bridges Joint Venture,...

Nigeria Trading Across the Continent Under NIDO-Africa’s Leadership -By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh

In this insightful interview, Professor Jude Osakwe, Continental Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) Africa, highlights the rapidly shifting global trade landscape and the renewed focus on intra-African trade. This...

NEW PROJECT TO BOOST LIVELIHOODS, FIGHT POVERTY

QACHA’S NEK — The Ministry of Gender, Youth and Social Development (MGYSD) introduced the Pathways to Sustainable Livelihoods Project (PSLP) to Heads of Departments (HoDs) on Thursday, highlighting plans to strengthen rural livelihoods and fight...

Africa’s Anglican women bishops meet in Lesotho

ANGLICAN WOMEN BISHOPS IN AFRICA AFRICA SIX COMMUNIQUÉ 3RD FEBRUARY 2025 The Advisory Council of the Africa Six and the Center for Anglican Women’s Leadership and Research in Africa (CAWLRA) met at the Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village in the diocese...

Empowering Lesotho’s Youth

By: Lebohang Maluke MASERU In this framework, the Southern African Alliance on Youth Employment (SAAYE) emerges as a critical force, a local chapter of a regional organization dedicated to tackling this complex issue head-on. SAAYE in Lesotho...

A New Era for Lesotho’s Entrepreneurs

By: Mpho Shelile MASERU After six months of intense hard work, creativity, and learning, the CAFI Project, in collaboration with Khaya Holdings and Snake Nation (SNKH), proudly celebrated the graduation of 10 promising enterprises during a...

Protection of Minors: Second Report proposes restorative measures against abuse

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors publishes its second annual Report, which presents guidelines for “informed listening” and for economic, psychological, and spiritual support to victims, while highlighting the need for more...

SONA 2025: Ramaphosa outlines plans for sustainable local government and water infrastructure

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has promised more support and reforms to make the local government sphere sustainable. He also said there was an urgent priority to ensure a secure and reliable supply of water across the country. Delivering his State of...

Haiya, Dossi joins a large number of COSAFA representatives on FIFA Standing Committees

* The Committee’s purpose, among others, is to advise the FIFA Council, Secretariat, and Member Associations on strategic plans, policies, and reforms * Ensuring that football remains relevant, resilient, equitable, and globally sustainable, while...

News24 | Wednesday's weather: Warm, hot and humidity expected across SA

Wednesday will be another hot day in most parts of the country. (Gallo Images/ER Lombard) The South African Weather Service has issued multiple Yellow Level warnings for severe thunderstorms in KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape, as well as warning...