News as at
November 5, 2025, 7:07 am
Workers March in Maseru As AGOA Uncertainty Threatens Thousands of Jobs
- [GroundUp] Protest, originally banned, proceeded after police minister gave it the go-ahead
Lesotho's Asset Recovery Unit Shut Down After Implicating Top Officials
- [GroundUp] The task team had begun exposing questionable state land allocations and widespread corruption
Police Block Protest By Textile Workers in Lesotho
- [GroundUp] Unions accuse police of acting unlawfully by denying permission for a protest march against job losses
Call to Scrap Passports Between Lesotho and SA
- [GroundUp] Lesotho's opposition Basotho Action Party has launched a campaign to ease cross-border travel using national identity cards
MP Lekitla Slams Judge's Conduct in His Murder Trial
- [Lesotho Times] ...says Hlaele's remarks show bias, pushes for new judge
e-Spotfine Device Transforms Traffic Management
- [Lesotho Times] . . . Lesotho attracts regional attention
Rsl Enhances Digital Transformation
- [Lesotho Times] ...launches online refund application
French Ambassador Martinon Encourages Lesotho to Adopt Predictable Business Environment
- [Lesotho Times] The French Ambassador to South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi, David Martinon, who is based in Pretoria, has been working to strengthen France's diplomatic and development ties with the three countries since his accreditation to Lesotho in 2023.
Machabeng Marks United Nations Day
- [Lesotho Times] MACHABENG College International School of Lesotho this week celebrated United Nations (UN) Day to honour the founding of the global organisation in 1945.
Maseru's Newest Hotspot Lights Up Social Scene
- [Lesotho Times] A sizzling new entertainment destination is set to shake up the Maseru city's social scene.
Phafane, Nthunya Face Off Again
- [Lesotho Times] MACHOKHA Football Club president, Lijane Nthunya, will once again attempt to unseat long-serving Lesotho Football Association (LeFA) president, Salemane Phafane, in what promises to be another high-stakes showdown for the control of local football.
Vitality Launches New Medical Scheme
- [Lesotho Times] ...to improve healthcare access in Lesotho
Former Leaders of Lesotho Women's Rights Organisation Accused of Corruption
- [GroundUp] Two senior office-bearers of Women and Law are accused of misappropriating R5.6-million in donor funds
More Govt Agencies Adopt LNSW
- [Lesotho Times] THE Ministry of Trade, Industry and Business Development, in collaboration with the Lesotho National Single Window (LNSW), has announced the successful onboarding of four more government agencies onto the LNSW system.
Basotho Join Young African Leaders On Czech Cultural Exchange Trip
- [Lesotho Times] TWO Basotho joined other young African leaders in exploring the Czech Republic's deep-rooted cultural heritage, cutting-edge innovation, and opportunities for partnership between Africa and Europe.
Hundreds of Jobs At Stake At Lesotho Diamond Mine
- [GroundUp] 25% state-owned Kao Mine could shut down "within weeks"
IMF Calls for Economic Reform
- [Lesotho Times] ...urges shift from public sector dependency to private sector-led growth
Tensions Rise in Khetheng Trial
- [Lesotho Times] ...as defence lawyers accuse judge of bulldozing them
Kao Mine Needs M250 Million Bailout
- [Lesotho Times] . . . as stalemate with RSL puts 1 800 jobs on the line
Wilsa Ex-Director Charged in M5.6 Million Scandal
- [Lesotho Times] Former Women in Law Southern Africa (WILSA) Programmes Director, Mamosa Mohlabula-Nokoana, has appeared before the Maseru Magistrates' Court facing corruption and money laundering charges involving over M5.6 million.
Betting Company Defrauded of M10 Million
- [Lesotho Times] ...sues former director for allegedly stealing the funds
Boost for Table Tennis Development
- [Lesotho Times] The Lesotho Table Tennis Association (LTTA) has received a consignment of equipment from the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) as part of the federation's global developmental programme.
Rift At the LMPS Top
- [Lesotho Times] ...as Mokete bounces back
Mohokare Golf Classic Roars Into Life
- [Lesotho Times] Lesotho's biggest international golfing event, the Mohokare Golf Classic, is set to take centre stage this weekend.
Notši Reflects On Abortive World Cup Campaign
- [Lesotho Times] ...says country needs to invest in soccer development
Likatola Coach Pleads for Support
- [Lesotho Times] ...bemoans lack of cooperation from clubs
Vodacom Urges the Private Sector to Champion Disability Inclusion
- [Lesotho Times] VODACOM Lesotho Chief Executive Officer, Mohale Ralebitso, has called on the private sector to unite in promoting inclusion and creating equal opportunities for people living with disabilities.
Matekane Commends Road Fund for Its Diligence
- [Lesotho Times] . . . as institution marks 30th anniversary
PM Opens Reconstructed Koro-Koro Bridge
- [Lesotho Times] Prime Minister Sam Matekane has officially opened the reconstructed Koro-Koro Bridge in Maseru, marking the end of a major infrastructure project that restores a critical link for local communities.
PAC Orders Top RFP Man Kobeli to Pay M6.5 Million Debt to the LNDC
- [Lesotho Times] ...as he refuses to provide key documents to the committee
