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The Southern African Development Community (SADC), through its representative Henry McCarter, has written to the Government of Lesotho requesting urgent action regarding the detention of Dr. Lipholo. In the letter, delivered on Tuesday, SADC called on the Government to ensure that Dr. Lipholo receives immediate medical treatment, that police conduct a thorough investigation into his […]

Lesotho’s Minister of Natural Resources, Mohlomi Moleko, has called for greater recognition of Lesotho’s natural beauty and growing regional contribution. He was speaking today at the 11th SADC Multi-Stakeholder Water Dialogue in Maseru. Minister Moleko described Lesotho as a peaceful and scenic country, known for its clean environment, friendly citizens, and more than 300 days […]

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Hlalefang Motinyane, showed up for work today—only to find herself locked out of her own office again, just days after the Constitutional Court ruled her suspension unconstitutional. Advocate Motinyane, whose return to office was legally affirmed last Thursday, has been forced to operate from the office of Crown Attorney, […]

The District Agricultural Officer, Phamotse Maboee, has called on farmers in hard-to-reach areas of Quthing to join forces to improve access to subsidized seeds and fertilizers under the government’s agricultural programme. Mr Maboee said the initiative, led by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition, aims to boost grain production, strengthen national food security, […]

Adolescent Health Programs Manager at the Ministry of Health, ‘Mathato Nkuatsana, has said the new HIV infections among young people are on the decline, urging efforts to sustain this positive trend. Speaking during a roundtable discussion with the Social Cluster Committee in Maseru, Ms Nkuatsana revealed that HIV prevalence among youth aged 15 to 24 […]

  The President of the DC Youth League, Phehello Sehlabaka, has met with the interim youth committee of the South African Economic Freedom Fighters in a neighbouring country to discuss collaboration between opposition parties aimed at driving change in their countries. Mr Sehlabaka said he has long followed the EFF, saying their vision aligns with […]

Prime Minister, Sam Matekane, has urged African leaders to prioritise digital connectivity to ensure the continent is not left behind in the fast-changing global economy. Delivering a keynote address yesterday at the African Peer Review Mechanism Summit, which brought together heads of state, international organisations, and top business leaders, Prime Minister Matekane said Africa must […]

  The High Court judge, Polo Banyane, has acquitted five Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) members who were facing charges of murdering three civilians in Mafeteng in 2012. The five are; Captain Litekanyo Nyakane, Lance Corporal Khauhelo Makoae, Lance Corporal Sebilo Sebilo, and Privates Tšepo Tlakeli and Thebe Tšepe. They had been accused of killing Thabang […]

The Lefisoana Empowerment Group was officially introduced on today during a press conference held in Hlotse, Leribe. The group, established and legally registered in August 2025, aims to address issues affecting women and girls in Lesotho. Speaking at the event, Chairperson Lawrence Tsukutla, said the group was formed in response to challenges such as youth […]