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October 24, 2026

Writes Max Du Preez MAX DU PREEZ tells the story of an extraordinary philosopher from the pre-colonial era and argues that he deserves his place among the other great thinkers of humankind I SUSPECT most of us share the dominant global view that there are only three philosophical traditions in history: European, Chinese and Indian. […]

October 24, 2026

Writes Stephen Gill Introduction: Makhoarane as a site of cultural ferment In mid-1833, just nine years after Moshoeshoe and his people established themselves at Thaba-Bosiu, the citadel and ‘mother’ of the Basotho nation, from which Moshoeshoe was able to expand many-fold the territory under his suzerainty, ‘teachers of peace’ arrived to add a new element […]

October 24, 2026

Writes Manyathela Kheleli The history of the Basotho nation recognises the exodus of the nation from Menkhoaneng to Thaba Bosiu by the great King Moshoeshoe I and his people in 1824 as the turning point in history that marks the formation and the fortification of the Basotho nation that we know today. In a story […]

October 24, 2026

The curtains came down on the life of one of Lesotho’ best artistic exports, the ambassador extraordinaire, Tsepo Mobu Tshola, who succumbed to Covid-19 on 15 July 2021 at the age of 68. Tshola rose to stardom with Sankomota and later went solo under the soubriquet “The Village Pope”. He set the stage alight whenever […]

October 24, 2026

Concerns over access to finance and credit have always been at the top drawer of Lesotho financial inclusion policy. While pushing for economic reforms in which the private sector is the lead player in steering economic growth, the protection of interests of the poor and vulnerable members of society has also been a priority of […]

October 24, 2026

Francis Mukuzunga Lesotho’s trade balance is still at a worrying stage despite some slight growth experienced in the past years, thanks to growing mining activity as well as the manufacturing sector. Even with the knock-down effects of the Covid-19 as well as external shocks on the back of current global recession, the country managed a […]

October 24, 2026

Bereng Mpaki The Kingdom of Lesotho is endowed with plenty of natural resources and minerals, which if explored to full potential, could buttress the country’s job creation needs and generate the much-needed foreign exchange that could completely change Lesotho’s GDP graph. From mining (especially diamonds and other precious stones), fresh water, clean environment, archaeological richness, […]

October 24, 2026

Lesotho’s tourism sector is one of the most untapped industries of the country despite the vast high rising mountain ranges and adorable plateaus, steep gorges and valleys. These are home to some of the endangered bird species as well as crystal clear waterways that mingle the basalt and sandstones hills that form the picturesque formations […]

October 24, 2026

The kingdom of Lesotho is divided into 10 districts which collectively make up the 30 355 square-kilometres country which is considered one of the smallest in the world. It is also one of three countries that are surrounded by another country. The other two are San Marino and Vatican City. Quthing as district was originally […]

October 24, 2026

Because of its high altitude and treacherous, yet picturesque mountain scenery, Lesotho has provide a platform to test the endurance of many vehicle models. This can be further credited to the proximity to South Africa, Africa’s hub of vehicle manufacturing and assembling. Most of the vehicles that are tested in Lesotho are four-wheel drives. Most […]

Mohlomi, the Aristotle of Basotho and his Influence on Moshoeshoe

Makhoarane Precinct, the melting pot of Basotho culture and the preservation of the Royal Heritage.

King Letsie III shares his views on the Legacy of King Moshoeshoe I and the meaning of the Bicentennial Anniversary today.

In Memorium: The life and music of Tsepo Tshola, A legacy of an immortal ambassador of the arts

IMPROVING FINANCIAL INCLUSION: HOW THE CENTRAL BANK OF LESOTHO HAS INFLUENCED ACCESS TO BANKING AND THE CREDIT LANDSCAPE.

Lesotho makes strides to ease import, export hurdles

Opening up small-scale mining: A gateway to local participation and beneficiation

The Current State of the Tourism Sector and Prospects for Development

THE RICHNESS OF QUTHING

A Suzuki Jimny through Lesotho, your perfect alpine retreat

Call For Expression of Interest and Contributors

NUL @80: Honouring a Legacy, Inspiring a Nation

One Border, Shared Destiny: Lesotho and South Africa Deepen Bilateral Cooperation