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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition, in collaboration with the Smallholder Agricultural Development Project II (SADP II), is set to host the second annual National Market Day Tomorrow, 26 February, 2025, at Pitso Ground, Maseru, starting at 6:00 AM. This key event serves as a dynamic platform for local farmers to showcase their…
The Southern Mountains Association for Rural Transformation and Development (SMARTD) commemorated World Wetlands Day recently at Ha Tlhaku, Quthing, with a focus on the vital importance of wetlands and their sustainable use. Fako Fako, SMARTD’s programme manager, addressed the local residents of Ha Tlhaku, emphasising the critical role of wetlands in the planet’s ecosystem, including…
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By Matsilo NkabaneClimate change affects everyone, but the most vulnerable groups—such as women, children, youth, and the disabled—are disproportionately impacted and often excluded from decision-making processes that influence their daily lives. Lesotho, as one of the developing countries, faces severe challenges due to the harsh impacts of climate change. The nation grapples with escalating environmental…
By Kabelo Masoabi and Katleho Mohanoe The 2024 World Food Day celebration in Lesotho will take place on November 8 at the Ha Koali Resource Center in Quthing. Originally established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1979, World Food Day aims to raise awareness and promote action to end hunger and malnutrition. Although…
Effects of Climate Change Devastates Lesotho’s Farmers Staff Reporters A devastating hailstorm struck the mountainous region of Thaba Putsoa, leaving behind a trail of destruction that claimed the lives of 37 sheep from Ts’olo Kou’s flock. The incident is a sobering reminder of the harsh realities faced by farmers in Lesotho as they battle the…
Libuseng Molato Agriculture always takes precedence, even from its by-products. Rethabile Lesenyeho is a skilled young man and the founder of Sustainable Arts and Crafts School, which offers non-degree bearing technical skills and sustainable basketry certificates. He is also a business-oriented youth who qualified for the Sebabatso programme. “Most schools only provide education, but we…
By Libuseng Molato On September 7, 2024, the Manthabiseng Convention Centre in Maseru was abuzz with celebration as Farmers Pitso hosted their prestigious annual awards ceremony, honouring the outstanding contributions of farmers and stakeholders across the agricultural value chain. This event, marking another milestone in the evolution of Lesotho’s agriculture sector, highlighted the commitment and…
By Libuseng Molato The government of Lesotho has designated August as the Month for Food and Agriculture, a nationwide initiative aimed at reinforcing the importance of farming among Basotho. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition has declared “PSHATLA MAFISOANA A TLALA RE KENE KHORENG” as the motto for this month. The initiative was launched on…
By Kabelo Masoabi The Smallholder Agriculture Development Project II (SADP II) continues to revolutionise Lesotho’s agricultural sector by equipping small-scale farmers with the tools and skills they need to thrive. With the support of over 100 business service providers, SADP II is helping farmers create viable business proposals and adopt innovative practices to boost productivity…
By Libuseng Molato The agricultural sector in Lesotho is witnessing a remarkable success story with Diva’s Cottage, a dairy processing business founded by Lintle Ntaote and Mafusi Nyathe Rasheleng. This dynamic duo has brought a fresh perspective to dairy products, making significant strides within just one month of operation.The brains behind Diva’s Cottage Lintle Ntaote,…