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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…
Ethiopian Investor Eyes Coffee Production Opportunities in Lesotho
Lesotho is on the verge of a transformative agricultural venture as Afaw Girma Sahilegeberal, an Ethiopian entrepreneur representing J.OIL Coffee Import and Export PLC, explores the potential of launching a coffee production facility in the country. Known for its rich coffee heritage, Ethiopia ranks among the world’s top coffee exporters, and Sahilegeberal now aims to…
‘Investing in Rural Communities is A Path to Global Stability and Growth’ Leaders say
As the world faces growing economic uncertainty and the devastating impacts of climate change, global leaders gathered at the 48th Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) on 12 February 2025, emphasised the urgent need to invest in rural communities to achieve food security, economic stability, and long-term growth. With nearly half…
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…
Youth Should Drive Climate Action in Lesotho
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…
The Tragedy of Ts’olo Kou’s 37 Sheep
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…
Farmers Pitso Awards, A Testament to Lesotho’s Growing Agricultural Landscape
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…
August: Lesotho’s Month of Agricultural Revival and Food Security
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…
SADP II Drives Agricultural Transformation Through Business Support
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…
Sheep and Goat Auction to Boost Local Production
By Ntsoaki Motaung The Lesotho National Wool and Mohair Growers Association (LNWMGA) hosted a successful sheep and goat auction in Maseru on Wednesday, with a primary goal of enhancing the country’s wool and mohair production. The event, which showcased over 100 sheep and 100 goats, aimed to encourage local sourcing of improved livestock and foster…