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…
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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…
Quthing to Host National World Food Day Celebration
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…
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…
Turning Waste into Wealth: Lesenyeho’s Vision for Sustainable Crafting
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…
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…