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Leribe High Schools Gear Up for 2025 Agric Fair
By Kananelo Mokhele Excitement is mounting across the Leribe District as preparations for the highly anticipated 2025 Leribe High Schools Agric Fair nears completion. Scheduled for Friday, May 2nd, the event will take place at the Hlotse Agric College grounds, kicking off at 08:00hrs. This annual event has grown into a cornerstone of agricultural education,…
Agrivision Lesotho Set to Launch with Inaugural Conference
Lesotho’s agricultural landscape is poised for a transformative leap with the official launch of Agrivision Lesotho, a youth-led non-governmental organisation that promises to bring fresh energy and inclusive innovation to the sector. The organisation’s inaugural event is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th, 2025, and would mark its formal introduction into the nation’s development space. Founded…
Ram Breeders Sound Alarm on Lesotho’s Livestock Import Dependence
By Molula Mofosi & Lungile Maseela A crisis is quietly brewing in Lesotho’s wool and mohair industry—and its roots lie at the country’s borders. The Ram Breeders Association of Lesotho has issued a stark warning about the unchecked importation of Merino sheep and Angora goats from South Africa, a trend they say does not only…
India Extends a Hand of Friendship to Lesotho with Food Aid Donation
In a powerful show of solidarity and international friendship, the Government of India has stepped forward to support Lesotho’s efforts in tackling food insecurity with a generous donation of 1,000 metric tonnes of rice and 1,000 metric tonnes of sorghum. Through the donation, India has reaffirmed its longstanding partnership with the Mountain Kingdom. The official…
Restoring Land and Transforming Agriculture: The Impact of ROLL on Basotho Farmers
Lesotho’s agricultural sector is undergoing a significant transformation as farmers adopt agroecology skills and land restoration techniques to combat environmental degradation and enhance productivity. With years of overgrazing, soil erosion, and climate change negatively impacting the country’s food production, initiatives like the Regeneration of Landscapes and Livelihoods (ROLL) project are playing a crucial role in…
The Impact of Agroecology and the ROLL Project
Farming sustains life in Lesotho, yet years of overgrazing, soil erosion, and climate change have left vast landscapes barren. In response, the Regeneration of Landscapes and Livelihoods (ROLL) project is leading efforts to restore degraded land and secure sustainable farming livelihoods through agroecology. Funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and implemented with…
Farmers Pitso Expands to Fifth District, Empowering Agricultural Stakeholders Across Lesotho
Since its inception in Maseru in 2019, Farmers Pitso has grown into one of Lesotho’s most significant agricultural networking platforms, recognising farmers, their innovations, and agribusiness achievements. On March 15, 2025, the initiative expanded further, launching its fifth district event in Qacha’s Nek—a step closer to its goal of establishing a presence in all ten…
Lesotho’s Agricultural Researchers to Showcase Horticultural Breakthroughs at Regional Conference
Lesotho is set to take center stage in agricultural research as the Department of Agricultural Research (DAR) prepares to present its latest findings on horticultural technologies suited to the country’s unique climatic conditions. The presentation will be made at the upcoming Regional Scientific Conference on Agricultural Innovation, an event hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture,…
King Letsie III Calls for Urgent Action on Child Nutrition at Global Summit
“The time for action is now. We cannot afford to let another generation of African children suffer from the devastating consequences of malnutrition,” declared His Majesty King Letsie III at the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris. As the African Union’s Nutrition Champion, the King highlighted the alarming reality that 60 million children across…
CCARDESA Charts Course for Agricultural Transformation at 4th General Assembly
The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) convened its 4th General Assembly at the Manthabiseng Convention Centre in Maseru, Lesotho, on April 1st, 2025, marking a pivotal moment for agricultural development in the SADC region. Bringing together policymakers, researchers, agricultural universities, development partners, private sector representatives, NGOs, and farmers,…
A Brighter Future for Quthing Poultry Farmers as Mofosi Commits to Growth
By Katleho Mohanoe Small-scale poultry farmers in Quthing are set for a transformative shift, following a capacity-building training session led by Moyeni MP Thabo Mofosi. Speaking at the event, held at Hills-View Hall, Mofosi, who is also minister of agriculture, pledged his support in helping local poultry farmers boost productivity and secure a lucrative future…