The Reporter - Lesotho

24/06/2024

Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso will be one of the guest walkers at the Desert Bush Walk – Winter 2024.

Backpage Queen to participate in Desert Bush Walk By TheReporter - June 24, 2024 0 27 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Matšeliso Phulane Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso will be one of the guest walkers at the Desert Bush Walk – Winter 2024. The event is scheduled for July 27, 2024 in Jwaneng, ...

24/06/2024

Revelations that the ministry of health intends to implement a hybrid medical approach, drawing on both traditional and Western medical practices to enhance healthcare delivery at Maseru District Hospital and Eye-clinic, have rubbed indigenous medicine practitioners up the wrong way.

News Local traditional doctors feel left out By TheReporter - June 24, 2024 0 32 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Neo Kolane Revelations that the ministry of health intends to implement a hybrid medical approach, drawing on both traditional and Western medical practices to enhance healthcare deli...

24/06/2024

One of the biggest annual events on the local entertainment scene, the Spring Jump Off, is set to take place on September 6-8.

BusinessOpportunities Spring Jump off creates jobs By TheReporter - June 24, 2024 0 9 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Matšeliso Phulane One of the biggest annual events on the local entertainment scene, the Spring Jump Off, is set to take place on September 6-8. Besides bringing fun experience,...

24/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ SATURDAY 22 JUNE 2024
Fine and mild to cool.
Wind: Light south-westerly.

23/06/2024

The Road Fund chief executive officer, Nkekeletse Makara, is leaving the organisation at the end of this month after 11 years at the helm.

News Road Fund CEO Makara steps down By TheReporter - June 23, 2024 0 3 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Neo Kolane The Road Fund chief executive officer, Nkekeletse Makara, is leaving the organisation at the end of this month after 11 years at the helm. In a statement, the Road Fund noted that M...

22/06/2024

The setting up of a long-awaited multi-million electricity generation station in Mafeteng, which is envisioned to bring energy security to the national grid, has been delayed due to the perennial financial woes bedevilling the Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC).

News LEC delays M510m project By TheReporter - June 21, 2024 0 351 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mantšali Phakoana The setting up of a long-awaited multi-million electricity generation station in Mafeteng, which is envisioned to bring energy security to the national grid, has been delayed due...

22/06/2024

The commission of inquiry established to investigate the circumstances surrounding the torture and escape of inmates during a search exercise at the Maseru Central Correctional Institution (MCCI) in December last year has extended its proceedings to September this year.

News Commission span extended By TheReporter - June 22, 2024 0 9 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mantšali Phakoana The commission of inquiry established to investigate the circumstances surrounding the torture and escape of inmates during a search exercise at the Maseru Central Correctional Ins...

22/06/2024

Prime Minister Sam Matekane yesterday officiated the opening of the Ha Mpiti to Sehlabathebe road in the Qacha’s Nek district.

News Makhaola Lerotholi Road officially opened By TheReporter - June 22, 2024 0 45 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Neo Kolane Prime Minister Sam Matekane yesterday officiated the opening of the Ha Mpiti to Sehlabathebe road in the Qacha’s Nek district. The 91km road project, stretching from Mp...

22/06/2024

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22/06/2024

Vodacom Lesotho has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering its customers and safeguarding their rights by introducing the Vodacom Lesotho Consumer Protection Code.

Business Vodacom Lesotho launches Consumer Protection Code By TheReporter - June 22, 2024 0 13 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Neo Kolane Vodacom Lesotho has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering its customers and safeguarding their rights by introducing the Vodacom Lesotho Consumer Protection...

22/06/2024

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22/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ SATURDAY 22 JUNE 2024
It is expected to be mainly fine and mild but cool to cold at some
places in the highlands, with light south-westerly wind.

21/06/2024

Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) staff have threatened to embark on a full-blown strike if their 2023/2024 financial year bonuses are not paid by end of this month.

News LEC staff plan full-blown strike By TheReporter - June 21, 2024 0 45 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mantšali Phakoana Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) staff have threatened to embark on a full-blown strike if their 2023/2024 financial year bonuses are not paid by end of this month. This ...

21/06/2024

The Maseru District Administrator (DA), Tšepo Lethobane has dismissed fears of a monkeypox outbreak in the country, revealing that no cases have been reported.

News No monkeypox cases confirmed: DA By TheReporter - June 21, 2024 0 35 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mantšali Phakoana The Maseru District Administrator (DA), Tšepo Lethobane has dismissed fears of a monkeypox outbreak in the country, revealing that no cases have been reported. However, L...

21/06/2024

[LERUO]

Are you thinking of taking a new loan or redrawing on your existing one? While not all debt is bad and can be used to finance dreams like buying a house, car or paying tuition fees; debt can become a trap if not managed well.

Business What to consider before taking a personal loan By TheReporter - June 21, 2024 0 37 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Are you thinking of taking a new loan or redrawing on your existing one? While not all debt is bad and can be used to finance dreams like buying a house, car or paying tuition...

21/06/2024

The setting up of a long-awaited multi-million electricity generation station in Mafeteng, which is envisioned to bring energy security to the national grid, has been delayed due to the perennial financial woes bedevilling the Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC).

News LEC delays M510m project By TheReporter - June 21, 2024 0 23 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mantšali Phakoana The setting up of a long-awaited multi-million electricity generation station in Mafeteng, which is envisioned to bring energy security to the national grid, has been delayed due ...

21/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ FRIDAY 21 JUNE 2024
Partly cloudy mainly over the central and eastern parts of the country but fine with few clouds elsewhere. Otherwise, mild in the lowlands but cool in the highlands.

21/06/2024

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20/06/2024

Lesotho’s rap queen, Mantṧeli Matete, famously known with her stage name Badgirl Kimberly or simply Kim, is on the comeback trail, this time with more vibrancy.

Backpage Guess who is back! By TheReporter - June 19, 2024 0 54 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Matṧeliso Phulane Lesotho’s rap queen, Mantṧeli Matete, famously known with her stage name Badgirl Kimberly or simply Kim, is on the comeback trail, this time with more vibrancy. Badgirl Kimberl...

20/06/2024

🌓 Winter Solstice: Southern Africa’s longest night of the year
We can prepare ourselves for an early and long night as June 20, 2024 marks the winter solstice for 2024.

This means that today is the shortest day and longest night of the year.

It also marks the official midpoint of the year.

20/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ THURSDAY 20 JUNE 2024
It is expected to be fine with few clouds over the eastern parts and
mild but cool to cold at some places in the highlands with light north-westerly wind.

19/06/2024

Street Vaal Pantsula, a dance crew from Ha Molibeli in Leribe is appealing for support to help them grow their craft.

Backpage Pantsula group yearns for support By TheReporter - June 19, 2024 0 39 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Matšeliso Phulane Street Vaal Pantsula, a dance crew from Ha Molibeli in Leribe is appealing for support to help them grow their craft. Pantsula is a tradition and energetic dance form...

19/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ WEDNESDAY 19 JUNE 2024
It is expected to be mainly fine and mild but cool to cold at some
places in the highlands with light north-westerly wind.

18/06/2024

Nedbank Lesotho and the Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) this week unveiled several innovative campaigns to support education, promote sustainable banking and boost tourism.

Business Nedbank launches campaigns By TheReporter - June 18, 2024 0 26 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Neo Kolane Nedbank Lesotho and the Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) this week unveiled several innovative campaigns to support education, promote sustainable banking and boost to...

18/06/2024

In a country with one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world, a law barring the practice could offer a ray hope for Lesotho.

NewsFeature Lesotho to criminalise child marriages By TheReporter - June 18, 2024 0 50 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Minister of gender, youth, sports, arts, culture and social development, Lesaoana Pitso ‘Mantšali Phakoana In a country with one of the highest rates of child marriage in the wo...

18/06/2024

There is a poignant Famo song that I really enjoy. It speaks to one of the realest life experiences I’ve ever had.

Comment & AnalysisThe Big Thoughts To famo or not to famo? By TheReporter - June 17, 2024 0 63 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp By Kabelo Mollo There is a poignant Famo song that I really enjoy. It speaks to one of the realest life experiences I’ve ever had. It’s called “lefu la ntate”. It.....

18/06/2024

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡🌨☀
⌚ TUESDAY 18 JUNE 2024
It is expected to be partly cloudy in the morning mainly over the
central and northern highlands where there slim chance (20%) of isolated rain. Otherwise, it is
expected to become fine during the day and mild in the lowlands but cool to cold in the
highlands with light to moderate north-westerly wind.

17/06/2024

[LERUO]

If the beauty of the snow that covered the Mountain Kingdom this week is anything to go by, it is surely going to be a winter full of surprises. What should not be a surprise, however, are your finances!

Business Three tips to help you manage your money this winter By TheReporter - June 17, 2024 0 131 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp If the beauty of the snow that covered the Mountain Kingdom this week is anything to go by, it is surely going to be a winter full of surprises. What should not be a su...

17/06/2024

Rotary Club of ‘Mantsopa will host a cleaning and tree planting campaign at Thaba-Bosiu on June 29.

News Rotary Club to hosts tree planting day By TheReporter - June 17, 2024 0 20 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp ‘Mants’ali Phakoana Rotary Club of ‘Mantsopa will host a cleaning and tree planting campaign at Thaba-Bosiu on June 29. The event aims to promote environmental sustainability and co...