Lesotho is in a substance bind and youth are most affected. These drugs, especially crystal meth and cocaine are said to be easily available mostly in Khubetsoana, Lecoop and Sea Point […] . Click https://t.co/LqoxdREF4q to read more

In just 1 day, #Lesotho kicks off the 2025 Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign (20–24 Oct) to protect every child aged 0–59 months from vaccine-preventable diseases. Together, we #LeaveNoOneBehind! #MRVaccination2025 #VaccinesWork #HealthForAll

Today we celebrate #DayOfTheGirl under the theme “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the front lines of crisis.” Every girl has the power to shape her future & her community. UNFPA stands with every girl—empowering her to lead, thrive, & drive change. #InvestInGirls

With over 61,000 children under five at risk of measles, 🇱🇸’s Ministry of Health is preparing for a national Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign, set for Oct 20–24. In Qacha’sNek, local efforts are already underway to mobilize communities and close critical immunity gaps.

Contraception isn't just about health—it's about freedom! ✨ With it, you're the one in control, shaping your own future. Join @‌UNFPA—the @un sexual and reproductive health agency—to champion bodily autonomy for all: https://t.co/uGwQMPFMgM #SexualJustice

Teen pregnancy is rising in Qacha’s Nek 🇱🇸. Jan–June 2025 saw 162 of 486 pregnancies in girls aged 13–19 — 31 more than in 2024. 128 gave birth, 32 had complications, 11 were HIV+. Contraceptive use is falling. LHDS 2024/25 puts the rate at 17.3%, above the 17% national avg.

Villagers walked out on Qacha’sNek Principal Chief Mojela Makotoko Theko Makhaola after fiery meeting over disputed chieftainship changes & dismissal of Town Chief Nkuebe. Chief calls dissenters “ungovernable” & threatens legal action. Outrage grows.

Wrapped up a powerful week at the Media Parity Capacity Building Programme for Lesotho & Botswana journalists, supported by @CFImedias & @GenderLinks. A transformative experience that reshaped how I view journalism.

UNFPA joined the launch of Mocha Toll-free Call Centre today! 📞80001111 provides vital SRHR/GBV/HIV info & referrals for adolescents & young people. Thanks to Honourable Minister of Health, @EGPAF, @CDC & all partners. Youth voices matter! #SRHR #YouthHealth #HelloMocha

Following a rise in malnutrition among infants under 6 months in Qacha’sNek, which leads 🇱🇸 with a 47.5 stunting rate (LDHS 2024/25), the Ministry of Health launched a grassroots breastfeeding campaign starting in Tebellong on Monday&continuing thrgh Aug in other high-risk areas.

Member of Parliament, Katleho Mabeleng, has filed a motion that Parliament should urge LCA to develop regulations requiring all licensed telecommunications service providers to ensure that expired data or voice bundles are reinstated when a new bundle is purchased.

Travel alert: Semonkong A5 route blocked by snowfall at Thaba-Putsoa.

8th place and a hard fought finish for Tebello. Very proud of the effort - proud of my friend.

Over 40 cases of rape and other sexual offences have been reported in Leribe between January and March this year. In addition to being the murder capital, statistics show that more than 60% of inmates in Lesotho are incarcerated for crimes related to sexual offences and GBV.

Today is World Health Day! The health of mums and babies affects every single one of us. Millions of lives are lost each year due to causes that could be prevented with timely, high quality care. We must work together and invest in healthy beginnings, #HopefulFutures for all.

In response to the US tariffs, Embassy of China in Lesotho has announced that, since December 1, 2024, China has granted zero-tariff treatment on 100 percent of tariff lines to all least developed countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations.

#TwoOceanMarathon2025 champion Khoarahlane Seutloali🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🥇

U.S. Slaps 50% Tariff on Lesotho The White House announced a new set of reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday targeting dozens of countries. Among the most striking measures is a 50% tariff on imports from Lesotho, the highest rate imposed on any nation in the new tariff schedule.

Lesotho's minimum wages across all sectors have been increased by 5.5%, effective April 1, 2025. The Labour Act Wages (Minimum Wages) Notice 2025, which officially gazettes this adjustment, is available at the Government Printing Office.

Invest in Lesotho! With access to USA, EU, China, and tariff-free trade in SACU an SADC, your business thrives here. We exist and we mean business! 🇱🇸 Contact LNDC at info@lndc.org.ls to learn more. #Lesotho #InvestInLesotho #ExperienceElevation

Lesotho joins the world today, February 15, 2025, in marking International Childhood Cancer Day under the theme “Inspiring Action.” https://t.co/rRRVxT2mZX