Mahlala vows to tackle rampant unemployment

…says country must fully exploit its competitive advantages to create jobs BASOTHO Development Front (BDF) leader, Bothata Mahlala, says Lesotho can no longer afford to rely on foreign markets and outside assistance to create jobs, arguing that the country must instead harness its own resources and capabilities to tackle unemployment. The Quthing-born businessman and philanthropist says the BDF’s ideology is rooted in looking inwards, supporting Basotho-driven projects and c…

Naledi scoops tax compliant award

Mohloai Mpesi REVENUE Services Lesotho (RSL) has recognised Naledi Funeral Planners (Pty) Ltd with a Tax Compliant Taxpayer Award. The award, presented recently, recognises the funeral services company for its adherence to the country’s tax laws. RSL is the government agency responsible for assessing and collecting public revenue. Naledi Funeral Planners was incorporated in 2012 and operates branches in the northern, central and southern regions of Lesotho, providing funeral…

With the Launch of Johane Industrials, Lesotho Government Reaffirmed Its Commitment to Private Sector-Led Growth Aimed at Strengthening Economy

Moteane launches M547m airport-Mafeteng road project

Moroke Sekoboto …as Matlanyane pledges electricity and clean water for every household MINISTER of Public Works and Transport, Matjato Moteane, has launched a M547.4 million rehabilitation project for the 64-kilometre Moshoeshoe I International Airport-Mafeteng Traffic Circle road, which is expected to be completed within 36 months. Speaking at the launch in Mafeteng this week, Mr Moteane introduced Sino Hydro Corporation Limited as the project contractor, with Mafube Consul…

Matlanyane commends Pension Fund’s resilience

Moroke Sekoboto …as fund records M2 billion in investment returns …despite mounting global economic shocks THE Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund (PODCPF) recorded M2 billion in investment returns during the 2025/26 financial year, prompting Finance and Development Minister Retšelisitsoe Matlanyane to commend it for its resilience amid mounting global economic shocks. Dr Matlanyane also praised the Fund for maintaining good governance, complying with laws and…

From the dusty grounds of Matelile to the world

Leemisa Thuseho …as Mofolo’s Olympics dream comes sooner than expected WHEN he started competing in school athletics competitions on the dusty grounds of Joel Primary School in 2018, few could have imagined that, in less than a decade, Kamohelo Mofolo would be on the verge of joining the world’s greatest athletes at the Olympic Games. The 21-year-old is now looking forward to achieving Olympian status after securing qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Mofol…

Paratus launches in Lesotho with Starlink enterprise connectivity

Under-15 coach speaks on World Cup performance

Leemisa Thuseho …says it was a learning curve NATIONAL Under-15 men’s team coach, Mahlomola Matšoara, has described Lesotho’s participation in the recent FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, as an immense learning curve. The tournament, which ran from 24 to 30 October, saw Lesotho finish 116th out of 189 participating countries. The team ranked 27th among the 54 African countries and seventh among the 14 COSAFA member nations that took part. Lesotho recorded…

NUL funding: Mahao hits back at govt

A Qacha’s Nek community’s long walk to water ends

For decades, the women of Masuoaneng woke at 3 a.m. not to cook, not to tend fields, but to walk. They walked in darkness toward springs that animals had often reached first, carrying containers that grew heavier with every step, racing other villagers to a scarce and often unsafe supply. “Those who came later often returned empty-handed,” remembers ‘Masetenane Setenane, 56, recalling mornings when the water she finally fetched was “dirty and unsafe for consumption.” Today,…

Paratus offers Starlink enterprise connectivity in Lesotho

Lesotho, Botswana sign landmark badminton pact

Create regional pathway for young talent NTHAKO MAJORO MASERU – The Lesotho Badminton Association (LESBAD)...

Athletics officials ousted from Minet Independence Marathon committee

Ejection of key administrators sparks governance crisis in Lesotho athletics NTHAKO MAJORO MASERU – A...

Lets’eng brings hope to Mapholaneng Health Centre

MOSA MAOENGMOKHOTLONG – Lets’eng Diamonds has donated a park home to the Mapholaneng Health Centre...

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