Lesotho becoming a rogue state: opposition 

Moroke Sekoboto/Mohloai Mpesi Opposition parties have accused the Revolution for Prosperity (RFP)-led coalition government of turning Lesotho into a rogue state by repeatedly undermining the Constitution and defying a critical court order for the...

Lesotho introduces customised number plates with advanced security features 

Rethabile Pitso THE Ministry of Public Works and Transport has unveiled Lesotho’s first customised number plates, with advanced security features designed to curb fraud and vehicle-related crimes. Launching the initiative at the Traffic Department...

MASERU DISTRICT PREPARES FOR INDEPENDENCE

by LENAOctober 2, 2025October 2, 2025020 Share0 Maseru, Oct. 02 — Maseru District has on Thursday embarked on a cleaning campaign in preparation of independence celebration to be held in Thaba-Bosiu on Saturday. Speaking in an interview with the...

Lesotho To Host World Cup Qualifiers In Polokwane

Lesotho will relocate their last two World Cup qualifiers from Bloemfontein to Polokwane after the Free State Stadium was deemed unfit for use due to the poor condition of the pitch. The kingdom lacks venues that meet international standards,...

“MONNA KE NKU HA LLE”: THE HIDDEN CRISIS OF BOYS’ MENTAL HEALTH IN LESOTHO

Qacha’s Nek, Sept.29 — In Lesotho, a boy’s tears are often silenced before they fall. The saying “Monna ke nku ha lle” (a man is a sheep, he does not cry) is passed down through generations as both warning and instruction. Rooted in cultural norms...

2026 World Cup qualifier:  Super Eagles to camp in Polokwane for Lesotho

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will resume camping in Polokwane, South Africa on October 5th as they prepare for their must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic respectively. The Super Eagles will face Lesotho on...

Deputy FM holds virtual meeting with Egyptian expatriates in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho

Egypt’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Migration and Egyptian Expatriates’ Affairs has held a virtual meeting with members of the Egyptian diaspora in South Africa, Botswana, and Lesotho, as part of the state’s efforts to strengthen ties with its...

Lesotho poultry sector to form new industry association

LESOTHO – The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition in Lesotho is working with poultry farmers and other partners to create a national body aimed at organizing the poultry industry. Officials confirmed that groundwork for the...

Lesotho FA rejoices at Mokoena ruling as Bafana lose points

The Lesotho Football Association (LeFA) says it feels vindicated after Fifa sanctioned Bafana Bafana with a three-point deduction over the Teboho Mokoena saga, blowing wide open the qualifying group for next year’s World Cup. Safa, meanwhile, has...

Lesotho man accused his girlfriend of having affairs, and raped her twice in North West

Police in North West have welcomed the sentencing of 40-year-old Lesotho national, Elias Tsetla, who received two life terms for raping his girlfriend. The Potchefstroom Regional Court handed down the sentence, following the brutal attack which...

Lesotho's Famo music: from shepherd songs to gang wars

MASERU, Lesotho — Puseletso Seema is musical royalty in the tiny African mountain kingdom of Lesotho, where she's known as "the Queen of Famo" -– a popular genre of pastoral accordion music beloved by the country's people, the Basotho. But for all...

LESOTHO HOLDS WATER MULTI STAKEHOLDERS DIALOGUE

by LENASeptember 29, 2025September 29, 2025043 Share0 Maseru, Sept.29– The Kingdom of Lesotho is holding the 11th Southern African Development Community (SADC) two-day multi-Stakeholders water dialogue which resumed in Maseru on Monday. In his...

Nees names Warriors for SA, Lesotho matches

Michael Nees PIC: ZifaThe Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has announced the squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against South Africa and Lesotho. The squad features a blend of locally-based and international players....

South Africa: Villagers lodge complaint with African Development Bank against Lesotho Highlands Water Project

Eighteen rural mountain communities in Lesotho have formally complained about Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). The massive project, a joint scheme with South Africa, will supply water to Gauteng and generate electricity for...

FIFA FINALLY DECIDES ON MOKOENA PARTICIPATION IN LESOTHO-SA MATCH

by LENASeptember 30, 2025September 30, 2025011 Share0 Maseru, Sept. 30 — Following a six-month wait for FIFA decision over the participation of Teboho Mokoena in Lesotho against South Africa (SA) match the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has finally...

LCA embarks on cybersecurity awareness campaign 

…urges people to be vigilant online …reiterates call for content creators to register Moroke Sekoboto THE Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) has launched a cybersecurity awareness campaign aimed at promoting safe online practices and urging...

LNDC pulls plug on Enrich bailout 

. . . as Enrich loses M15m loan over failure to meet key conditions Mathatisi Sebusi THE Lesotho National Development Corporation (LNDC) has abandoned its much-publicised M15 million bailout of Enrich Holdings, citing the company’s failure to meet...

JOALE hits back at DCEO 

…defends judges, magistrates against corruption claims Moorosi Tsiane THE Judicial Officers Association of Lesotho (JOALE) has come out strongly in defence of judges and magistrates, dismissing allegations of widespread corruption in the judiciary...

CHINA, LESOTHO CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN RELATIONS

by LENASeptember 29, 2025September 29, 2025041 Share0 Maseru, Sept. 29 — The presence of the People’s Republic of China Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the People’s Congress Mr. Zheng Jianbang in Lesotho, strengthens further the...

Letshego kicks off annual loan campaign 

Bokang Mofoka MICRO lender, Letshego Financial Services, has launched its Let’s Go and Win campaign, reducing its interest rate by 1% following the Central Bank of Lesotho’s recent lending rate cut for commercial banks and financial institutions....