TOXIC MASCULINITY: AN HONEST DISCUSSION WITH MEN IN LESOTHO 

Greetings all. In the midst of the GBVF pandemic, we as Men have to reflect and have an internal discussion with about the cause of this issue. I reflect in this article on one of the issues in Lesotho we need to consider and work on. Toxic...

Essential ingredients in Lesotho's vegetarian cuisine"

Sorghum and maize are the unsung heroes of Lesotho's cuisine. Sorghum, thanks to its drought-resistant nature, flourishes in Lesotho's climate. It's versatile, serving as the base for everything from porridge to traditional beer. Maize is ground...

WFF 2025: Special Event Boosts Momentum For Implementation Of One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) Initiative

At the World Food Forum 2025 in Rome, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) convened a high-level event to galvanise global efforts to accelerate the implementation and impact of the One Country One Priority Product...

A Vision of Sustainable Business and Environmental Stewardship in Lesotho

By: Mpho Shelile Maseru – Meet Maselloane Phumane, the visionary founder of Batloung Foods and Siloe Nutrition Club, who is deeply committed to sustainable development, environmental preservation, and community empowerment in Lesotho. She has...

Why Climate Change Matters

Welcome to the Climate Change Corner, a new column dedicated to raising awareness, providing education, and inspiring action on one of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change. As the impacts of climate change become increasingly...

Chad cuts ties with Prince Harry’s ‘disrespectful’ charity

The Duke of Sussex’s conservation charity has been removed from its role managing protected parks in Chad after the government accused it of arrogance, serious financial misconduct and failing to protect wildlife. In a statement announcing the end...

A Positive Outlook for Lesotho in 2025: A Vision of a Thriving Economy, Gender-Based Violence and Femicide-Free Society, and an Informed Leadership

Greetings and compliments of the season. As we enter into this new year, we need to reflect on the past year and look forward with hope and passivity. A positive outlook for Lesotho in 2025 revolves around the successful attainment of three...

Poverty Crisis And Low Life Expectancy

When the latest United Nations (UN) World Population Prospects report was released recently, many Nigerians dismissed it as another dismal reminder of how stifling life has become. The report ranked Nigerians as having one of the lowest life...

Global Mystery: Why Are 4,000 Young Women Infected With HIV Every Week?

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria recently reported that about 4,000 young women aged 15 to 24 get infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) every week around the world. Most of these new cases happen in sub-Saharan Africa, where...

Ouaddou eager to repay Orlando Pirates faith

“I just trust the work that I am doing, the values that I'm putting in my work." said Ouaddou. Orlando Pirates will resume their CAF Champions League campaign with a two-legged final preliminary round clash against Saint-Eloi Lupopo of the...

Giesecke+Devrient Q&A: Banknote Sustainability

In another example of sustainability leadership, the Central Bank of Lesotho has adopted G+D’s Green Banknote substrate for its 200 maloti banknote, noting its sustainable and durable benefits. The country’s government has a key focus on...

Keeping Africa’s vaccines cool

Keeping Africa’s vaccines cool From a distance, Lilongwe Technical College (LTC) is a modest affair located along the M1 opposite Biwi, the southern gateway to Lilongwe Old Town. The single-storey blocks, concealed in a brick fence, give little...

Eastleigh motorcyclist takes on Lesotho for Roof of Africa race

Eastleigh resident and motorcyclist Tom Classen recently went to Lesotho to compete in the Roof of Africa enduro race. Hosted from November 28 to 30, Classen competed in the bronze class against 400 other motorcyclists, finishing 24th. Established...

Local motorcyclist takes on Lesotho for Roof of Africa race

Edenvale resident and motorcyclist Tom Classen recently went to Lesotho to compete in the Roof of Africa enduro race. Hosted from November 28 to 30, Classen competed in the bronze class against 400 other motorcyclists, finishing 24th. Established...

African ministers meet in Uganda to shape 10-year food security, sustainability plan

NAIROBI, KENYA — Africa's agriculture ministers are meeting in Uganda this week to discuss the best way to transform the continent's food production systems. The ministers hope to agree on a 10-year action plan to reduce Africa's reliance on food...

Argility’s fleet management solution transforms fleet maintenance, inventory management for major mining/logistics entity

Creating a tailored solution to address business challenges. FleetDomain was approached by a major player in South Africa’s mining/logistics arena. The company was seeking a trustworthy, highly experienced supplier capable of helping it to enhance...

Initiatives of the Kyrgyz Republic on promoting sustainable development of mountain regions

1. Mountain agenda Climate change poses a serious threat to the most important aspects of life in mountain countries. These include an increase in natural disasters, threats to food security, growing hungry populations, the most vulnerable of whom...

Simesihle Khuzwayo bags two full bursaries at Eskom Expo International Science Fair

At just 18-years-old, young scientist, Simesihle Khuzwayo is already proving that determination, curiosity, and a love for learning can open the door to extraordinary possibilities. The grade 12 pupil at a non-fee-paying school, King Bhekuzulu...

Can Famo Music Survive Lesotho’s Gang Wars?

I n the early morning of July 21, 2024, Mahali Khuluoe, 22, was at home dozing when her phone rang. The person on the other end of the line was her father’s friend — his voice was tight and hesitant. “Where’s your dad?” he asked. “He left...

In Lesotho, UN chief Guterres urges rich nations to meet new commitments on climate finance

MASERU, Lesotho — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday urged rich nations to honor their commitments to help the world's poor countries fight climate change in a speech to Lesotho's Parliament and repeated his hope that...