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...

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...

Pope Leo XIV And World Leaders Mark World Food Day And FAO At 80 In Rome

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today commemorated World Food Day and its 80th anniversary with a landmark event in Rome, reaffirming its enduring mission to end hunger and build resilient agrifood systems across...

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...

India dispatches 1000 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Lesotho

New Delhi India on Friday dispatched a consignment of 1000 metric tonnes of rice as part of its humanitarian assistance to Lesotho that will help in addressing food security and nutritional requirements of the people of the landlocked African...

Batting For Global South, India Dispatches 1000 Tonnes Of Humanitarian Assistance To Lesotho

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) India on Friday dispatched a consignment of 1000 metric tonnes of rice as part of its humanitarian assistance to Lesotho that will help in addressing food security and nutritional requirements of the people...

Soil conditions and irrigation affected by a changing climate

DFM Technologies is a soil moisture sensor manufacturer, based in the Western Cape and exporting to over 30 fruit-producing countries worldwide. "Our company's continued growth is directly correlated to changing climate conditions, and the need...

UN chief urges rich nations to fulfill climate finance promises

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

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...

UN chief praises Lesotho for its investments in green energy

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, on a two-day visit to Lesotho earlier this week, praised the country for its investments in green energy. He was speaking after visiting Katse, Africa’s second largest curved dam, which is part of...

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...

Africa in 2024: Battling Climate Extremes and Seeking Global Action

The Africanews editorial team takes a look back at the highlights of 2024. Africa has faced a year of extreme weather events. Droughts have worsened, followed by torrential rains and flooding. Despite contributing the least to global greenhouse...

India sent 1,000 tons of rice as humanitarian aid to Lesotho

While more than 80 percent of Lesotho’s population lives in rural areas and most of the country relies on subsistence agriculture, many households still lack access to agricultural land and the country is highly vulnerable to the impacts of the...

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...

WODEMAYA Game Changer for Lesotho Tourism and Africa’s Positive Image

By: Lebohang Maluke MASERU -When we think about Africa, the first things that come to our mind are usually poverty, conflict, and underdevelopment. However, one man is determined to change this narrative and showcase the beauty and potential of...

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...

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...

NEW: Geo Pomona on the cusp of Lesotho deal

Online Reporter Geo Pomona Waste Management Company and the Kingdom of Lesotho are poised to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at tackling the country’s waste management crisis, particularly in the capital city, Maseru. This...

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...