Trade Invites Lease proposal to run an Egg Tray Machine Facility
The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Business Development has purchased an egg tray manufacturing machine at the LNDC Factory Shell in Mohale’s Hoek, marking a significant step towards reducing import dependency and boosting local production. In a bid to ensure long-term efficiency and promote private sector participation, the ministry is now inviting proposals for leasing…
Lesotho Receives Life-Saving Food Aid from China
…Strengthening Bilateral Ties Through Humanitarian Support In a gesture of international solidarity, the government of the People’s Republic of China has donated vital food aid to Lesotho, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the nation in times of need. The handover ceremony, held at the Food Management Unit (FMU) store in Maseru, was attended by Lesotho’s…
MAAT Honours Outstanding Students and Champions Agricultural Growth
In a celebration of academic excellence and agricultural innovation, the Maseru Association of Agriculture Teachers (MAAT) hosted a prestigious awards ceremony in Masianokeng, Maseru, recognising exceptional 2024 LGCSE agriculture students and dedicated educators. The event brought together agriculture teachers from across Maseru, two former MAAT chairpersons, and the Chairperson of the Lesotho Association of Agriculture…
Lesotho’s National Market Day: Bridging Farmers and Consumers for Sustainable Growth
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…
SMARTD commemorates World Wetlands Day in Quthing
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…