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Railway failure: A dereliction of duty by govt

The breakdown of Lesotho’s sole railway link is not just an infrastructure failure - it is a national crisis that lays bare the government’s...

Lesotho’s democratic facade cracks as militarisation and power consolidation deepen 

Nkoane Sekhofa  The mountain kingdom of Lesotho has long been a paradox: a constitutional monarchy with a veneer of democratic governance, yet perpetually teetering on...

Accountability of a Sitting Prime Minister in a Westminster-Type of Government: A focus on Prime Minister Samuel Matekane

Theko Tlebere In a Westminster-style system of government, the relationship between the executive and legislative branches is structured to ensure that the government remains accountable...

Workplace assault forces a labourer to resign

… Chinese foreman gets ‘suspended’ Kabelo Masoabi Workplace harassment, violence, and abuse are increasing concerns for employees in Lesotho, and reports indicate that many cases are...

Are Lesotho MPs clueless? Why are they demanding cash from the wrong pockets!

Kananelo Boloetse A few weeks ago, Khosi Malie expressed profound dismay at the quality of questions posed by Members of Parliament (MPs) to government ministers....

Polaki’s fearless fiat Justitia

… Lesotho’s institutions must rise to the bar Advocate Tlotliso Polaki, Lesotho’s Ombudsman, has rendered an exemplary service to the nation with her recent report,...

What women in Lesotho can learn from Cameroonian Women’s Day celebration

Mpho Manesa Lesotho's women have long been at the forefront of societal change, advocating for gender equality, economic empowerment, and social justice. However, last weekend’s...

The perils of wealth-driven politics

Nkoane Sekhofa A seismic shift is redefining the political aspirations of Africa’s highest-altitude kingdom. Once dominated by parties steeped in liberation-era ideologies, the nation’s democracy...

Rethinking National Development in Lesotho: Beyond the capital

Theko Tlebere …continuation Lesotho’s development challenges are reflected in global indicators: the country ranks low on the Human Development Index (HDI) due to widespread poverty, high...

Lesotho must stop demonising politics

Kananelo Boloetse Last year, I had the privilege of having a few minutes with the Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr. Tlohang Sekhamane, for a...

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