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Source: Government of Lesotho | Sep 28, 2023

Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) on Lesotho Research and Education Network

This initiative is a collaborative effort involving various stakeholders and is aimed at addressing the challenges faced by Lesotho in the realm of research and education infrastructure

The Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation (MICSTI) has established a Lesotho Research and Network Education (LesREN) at the event held in Maseru. This initiative is a collaborative effort involving various stakeholders and is aimed at addressing the challenges faced by Lesotho in the realm of research and…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Sep 26, 2023

Global Economy Recovers- Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) Governor

The Governor of the Central Bank of Lesotho, Dr Emmanuel Maluke Letete said this during the press briefing of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held at the CBL premises in Maseru

The global economic activity continued to recover gradually from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Governor of the Central Bank of Lesotho, Dr Emmanuel Maluke Letete said this during the press briefing of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held at the CBL premises in…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Lesotho | Sep 15, 2023

Lesotho: Strengthening Intensive Care Unit (ICU) bed capacity

Thanks to collaboration between the government and World Health Organization (WHO) and other partners, the number of intensive care unit (ICU) beds has almost quadrupled, from 10 to 38, since 2021

38 ICU beds; up from 10 in 2021; 30 clinicians receive short-term critical care training; 47 health care providers attend basic emergency training. With its mountainous terrain and use of donkeys and horses as primary modes of transport, Berea Hospital nurse Sello Ramakanate says the consequent high incidence of traumatic…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Aug 31, 2023

Lesotho: Uganda, New Zealand Pay Courtesy Call on Prime Minister

The visit comes as a reflection of Lesotho’s commitment to fostering partnerships with countries across the globe thus paving the way for shared growth and development

In a diplomatic gesture aimed at strengthening international ties and promoting cooperation, the designated commissioners from the Republic of Uganda and New Zealand to the Kingdom of Lesotho paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane on Wednesday. In an interview, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International…

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- Sergio Vieira, the new Vice President of Franchise Operations, South Africa
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Source: Coca-Cola | Aug 29, 2023

Coca-Cola Africa welcomes new Vice President of Operations in South Africa

Vieira's mission is to hone the company's strategic direction, grow and develop the business, strengthen partnerships, and build new relationships across South Africa, Eswatini, and Lesotho

Coca-Cola Africa has welcomed Sergio Vieira as the new Vice President of Franchise Operations, South Africa. Vieira joins the Coca-Cola Africa Operating Unit (AOU) (http://www.Coca-ColaCompany.com/) in Johannesburg. Vieira replaces Phillipine Mtikitiki, who has taken on the role of Vice President of Franchise Operations, overseeing Italy and Albania. Vieira's mission is…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Aug 28, 2023

Lesotho: Housing Champions the New Urban Agenda

Speaking at the meeting, Mrs. Mamorapeli Bookholane noted that the NUA, a pivotal global urban planning and management policy was adopted during the Habitat III summit in 2016

In promoting inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities the Department of Housing in the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftainship, Home Affairs and Police is championing the implementation of the New Urban Agenda (NUA). Speaking at the meeting, Mrs. Mamorapeli Bookholane noted that the NUA, a pivotal global urban planning and…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Aug 17, 2023

Lesotho: Internet Impacts Daily Activities - Deputy Principal Secretary

She said this during the official commencement of a Cyber Security Training workshop for government officials

The Deputy Principal Secretary (DPS) in the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ms. Lineo Ramabele Smith says the profound shift to a digital world where an increasing portion of our daily activities have transitioned to online platforms. She said this during the official commencement of a Cyber…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Aug 17, 2023

Housing on Lesotho National Housing Bill Development

The Director of Housing, Ms. Mamphaka Mabesa said this during the Lesotho National Housing Bill Development seminar held in Maseru on Tuesday

The Directorate of Housing in the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftainship, Home Affairs and Police is currently developing housing legislation to improve issues relating to housing in the country. The Director of Housing, Ms. Mamphaka Mabesa said this during the Lesotho National Housing Bill Development seminar held in Maseru on…

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- inDrive Launches Ride-Hailing Service in Lesotho with Unique Fare Negotiation Model
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Source: inDrive | Aug 17, 2023

inDrive Launches Ride-Hailing Service in Lesotho with Unique Fare Negotiation Model

Zero-Commission Benefit for Lesotho Drivers Strengthened by inDrive

Global innovator in mobility and urban services, inDrive (https://inDrive.com), has announced the introduction of its ride-hailing service in Lesotho, in line with the company's ongoing expansion in Southern Africa. Unlike conventional ride-hailing apps, inDrive permits drivers and passengers to determine their own fares, rather than complying with prices set by…

Source: Government of Lesotho | Aug 10, 2023

Lesotho: Students in South Africa Seek Asylum

Out of 62 students who fled the country, only 38 returned home while 24 stayed in South Africa

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Mr. Lejone Mpotjoane said the Lerotholi Polytechnic students who fled Lesotho on August 3 sought asylum in South Africa. The Minister said this during the press briefing held at Ministry’s premises in Maseru on Wednesday. Mr. Mpotjoane said that out of 62…