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Source: Government of Lesotho | Jan 10, 2024

Sporting Tourney a Magnetism to Create Awareness of Destination Lesotho

Events such as sporting activities can attract a multitude of visitors and enhance the brand image and promotion of the destination

The Lesotho Volleyball Team bided to host the Zone 6 Volleyball Championship and was granted an opportunity to host the prestigious games. Events such as sporting activities can attract a multitude of visitors and enhance the brand image and promotion of the destination. Events do not only provide stellar performance…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Jan 08, 2024

Lesotho: Passout Parade of Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) Bootcamp Serial 6/23

The Passout Parade of LDF Bootcamp Serial 6/23 was graced by the presence of the Prime Minister, Mr. Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane, his Deputy, Justice Nthomeng Majara and other cabinet ministers

At least 583 boot campers graduated from the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) Youth Development and Rehabilitation Programme held at Makoanyane Barracks in Maseru on Friday. The Passout Parade of LDF Bootcamp Serial 6/23 was graced by the presence of the Prime Minister, Mr. Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane, his Deputy, Justice Nthomeng…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Jan 05, 2024

Lesotho: Health Minister Urges For Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination

Mr. Mochoboaroane noted that according to the 2022 January to December report, 616 people were diagnosed with cancer, saying of this number, 300 were cervical cancer cases

The Minister of Health has urged the Tšehlanyane community to allow girls aged nine to 14 years to receive Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPVV). Mr. Selibe Mochoboaroane said this during his visit at St. Denis Tšehlanyane in Leribe on Thursday. He said he received reports that some parents are reluctant to…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Dec 29, 2023

Lesotho: Mrs ‘Mokela Is The New General Secretary-Director Public Relations (GS-DPR)

Mrs. ‘Mokela comes in as the second woman serving as the Government Secretary for the Lesotho government

The Director Public Relations in the Office of the Prime Minister has confirmed the appointment of Mrs. Teboho ‘Malisebo ‘Mokela as the Government Secretary (GS). Speaking in an interview with the Agency on Friday, Ms. Refiloe Kepa said Mrs. ‘Mokela is expected to resume her new duties as the substantive…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 24, 2023

Lesotho: His Majesty Unveils Revival Torch

His Majesty applauded Project REE and its partners for having hosted this event, asking Basotho to stand together and mend the image of Lesotho

In a radiant ceremony at the Royal Palace in Maseru, His Majesty King Letsie III unveils the revival torch a symbol of hope and rejuvenation. His Majesty said the national revival torch is a monument aimed to be a beacon of hope and light at the beginning of this journey.…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 23, 2023

Lesotho: Department of Environment on E-Waste Management

The event aimed to explore effective strategies to manage and reduce the impact of e-waste on the environment

The Department of Environment under the Ministry of Environment and Forestry recently conducted a workshop dedicated to addressing the growing concern of electronic waste, commonly known as e-waste, at the event held in Maseru on Wednesday. The event aimed to explore effective strategies to manage and reduce the impact of…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 08, 2023

Lesotho: Five Ministers sworn-in

Mr. Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane as the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense and National Security, the Deputy Prime Minister is now the DPM and the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs

Five newly appointed ministers were sworn-in at the ceremony administered by the acting Chief Justice, Justice Tseliso Monaphathi at the Royal Palace in Maseru on Thursday. The new Ministers are Prof. Nqosa Mahao who is the Minister of Energy, Mr. Motlatsi Maqelepo is the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture.…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 08, 2023

Lesotho: Ministry of Education and Training celebrates Best Performers

In the Eskom Expo for Young Scientist International Science Fair, all participating students received Bronze medals for their remarkable projects

The Ministry of Education and Training hosted a grand prize-giving ceremony to honour the outstanding winners of the Eskom Expo for Young Scientist International Science Fair and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Essay Writing Competition. In the Eskom Expo for Young Scientist International Science Fair, all participating students received…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 02, 2023

Revenue Service Lesotho (RSL) Announces New Requirements for Republic of South Africa (RSA) Tax Invoice Declaration

The new process aims to enhance transparency and compliance in cross-border tax matters

In a recent development, the Revenue Service Lesotho (RSL) announced updated requirements for the declaration of tax invoices from the Republic of South Africa (RSA). Addressing the media at the press conference held in Maseru on Wednesday, the acting Commissioner Client Services, Dr Tseko Nyesemane said the new process aims…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Nov 02, 2023

Lesotho Academy of Science and Technology (LAST), Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), Botswana Academy of Science (BAS) Pioneer Intellectual Property (IP) Management Programme for African Researchers

The objective of the workshop was to equip the forum with techniques to connect academics, researchers, business professionals, and policymakers in the fields of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI)

The Lesotho Academy of Science and Technology (LAST), in collaboration with the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and the Botswana Academy of Science (BAS), hosted a workshop on the Pioneering Intellectual Property Management Programme for African Researchers on Tuesday in Maseru. The objective of the workshop was to…