6 March 2024 by Monyane Khau Energy Minister, Professor Nqosa Mahao. Lesotho is set to invest M900 million in the construction of Phase II of the Ramarothole Solar Generation Project, representing a significant reduction of M500 million compared to the M1.4 billion expenditure for Phase I, which delivered 30 MW [...]
04 March 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi Est Read Time: 4 min(s) 5 sec(s) Listen to the excerpt of the Natural Resources Committee proceedings in Sesotho: Minister of Environment, Letsema Adontši, and Principal Secretary Maphakamile Xingwana led the ministry’s delegation during their appearance before the Natural Resources’ Portfolio Committee on February 29, [...]
1 March 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi and Naira Davlashyan Lesotho’s most decorated chef, Ska Moteane, shares a laugh with a Phamong villager during a cooking session two years ago. Credit: ‘Mamokete Makoko for Euronews. Seen as food for the poor, traditional Basotho dishes aren’t as popular in Lesotho as their [...]
28 February 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi Energy Minister, Professor Nqosa Mahao, has stated that he has informed the cabinet about the role of politicians in contributing to the chronic issues at Lesotho’s utility company – Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC). “LEC in is ICU (Intensive Care Unit),” Prof Mahao informed parliament [...]
26 February 2024 by Lerato Matheka Est Read Time: 12 min(s) 19 sec(s) Listen to this article: Mohlomi Mental Hospital stands accused of abusing patients. Management promises to investigate abuse allegations. Credit: Newsday With each crinkle, *Reitumetse Mohai’s throat emitted a subdued, rasping noise as she swallowed pages of her passport. [...]
23 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 20 sec(s) Listen to this article: Freelance journalist, Liapeng Raliengoane, advocates for increased SRHR awareness in Lesotho. Credit: Provided Photo. “The youth of Leribe once shared with me their struggles in accessing healthcare services during rainy days due to overflowing [...]
21 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 43 sec(s) Listen to this article: Baroane Phenethi, Head of Health Education at Lesotho’s Ministry of Health, speaks to media practitioners about Covid-19 oral medication. Credit: Provided Picture. A sharp chill slices through Selemeng Matsoso’s back, prompting a shiver she [...]
19 February 2024 by Mamohlakola Letuka Est Read Time: 7 min(s) 42 sec(s) Quthing farmers display their produce at the launch of a four-year food program designed to strengthen the local economy by creating a market for farmers and ensuring children have access to nutritious meals. Credit: Provided. At Mohlakoana Primary [...]
16 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 10 sec(s) Listen to this article: Thetsane youth demonstrate female condom usage at the commemoration of the International Condom Day on 13 February 2024 in Maseru. Credit: Limpho Sello In the vibrant community of Ha Thetsane in capital Maseru, the [...]
14 February 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi Est Read Time: 7 min(s) 37 sec(s) Listen to a Sesotho Interview: 28-year-old ‘Makeabetsoe Mokoena is HIV positive. She claims Molikaliko Health Centre turned her away a month before delivering her third child. Credit: Pascalinah Kabi. The water moves steadily but gently, creating a soft [...]