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Opposition back in Parliament
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MASERU- Opposition parties in Parliament consisting of All Basotho Convention (ABC), Basotho National Party (BNP) and Reformed Congress of Lesotho (RCL) has returned into Parliament yesterday after their nine months boycott of the august house since May last year. Speaking on behalf of the opposition, Tefo Mapesela who is the Member of Parliament for Mokhotlong Constituency said they have realised that the government is now approaching them to solve
the country’s challenges together such as ensuring the safe return of their leaders who are still in exile in South Africa. Mapesela said the government has just issued the Budget Speech in their absence and that they are much concerned that the European Union has recently withheld their financial assistance to Lesotho. Opposition Members of Parliament has since left the Parliament in May last year arguing amongst others about the government’s slow pace at solving security issues in the country.
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Parliamentary economic cluster committee presents report By Tefo Khunonyane MASERU- The chairperson of the parliamentary economic cluster, Semano Sekatle presented the committee’s report in the parliament yesterday. When presenting the report, Sekatle pointed out that government of Lesotho should conserve water so that the country should not depend on rain-fed water. The chairperson further indicated that the government of Lesotho utilizes 30% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) but does not benefit anything out of it. He went on to mention that as
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the Members of Parliament (MPs), they should commit themselves to holding constructive debate on developmental issues and do away with petty politics that destabilizes peace in the country. Sekatle said being MPs and the leaders of political parties they should ensure that there is always peace in the country. He told the august house that his committee is very much concerned
about the government’s ministries which do not pay business people who do not provide services to the government. He further stated that nobody should point finger towards one another but must look for solutions to the prob;lems affecting the nation. The chair person mentioned that there are projects which are long over due in some of the ministries, but are still being paid for
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safe and took away some money,” explained Soai. He indicated that they were working with a new security company which has started its duties on the 1st of this month. “According to the report that we have, there were three security officers who were on duty that night, so they reported that eight men armed with big guns surrounded their office as they were all in there and disarmed them. They tied their hands and feet, sealed their mouths and got into the offices, while three remained with them until others had finished their work,’’ he added.
by the government saying such projects should be reviewed and the problems be addressed. Sekatle further appealed to Basotho should not to depend on South African banks but should rather strengthen and promote the Post Bank in the country. Meanwhile, MP for Kolo Constituency, Teboho Lehloenya when supporting the report indicated that Lesotho Revenue Authority (LRA) does an excellent job, but the committee recommends that its work be extended to collect money which is in the wrong hands of Basotho to ensure that it goes into the government’s consolidated fund. He also expressed his concern over the babies and their mothers who die after giving birth or before reaching the age of five. He indicated that it is a problem which needs to be addressed. Lehloenya mentioned that the other serious problem that the country is facing is the stunting of children that is caused by malnutrition. He also pointed out that this problem of stunting detrimentally affects the way people think and that unfortunately those children are the future leaders who will not be able to make good decision in future. MP for Mount Moorosi Kose Makoa also supported the report and said the money which the ministries have not used should be given to other ministries where it can be used for other developmental projects such as building of bridges to ease movement of people and vehicles across rivers.
WASCO headquarters robbed MASERU- Water and Sewage Company (WASCO) has been robbed of undisclosed amount of money and two lap tops by unknown thieves who are still at large. Acting Director Finance of WASCO, Soai Soai said on Friday morning, when they got to the office, they found that there had been a break at their financial offices and that among the changes they noticed, two lap tops were missing and that they think the thieves got away with them. “They also managed to break the
He continued that the security officers later managed to call the police, who are still going on with their investigations. Soai further appealed to the community to help with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects by reporting to a nearby police station or to WASCO headquarters. He pointed out that due to the damage, all the payments have been temporarily suspended and are being made at the Post Office building.
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Gov’t vows to implement SADC recommendations By ‘Mantšali Phakoana MASERU-Deputy Prime Minister of Lesotho, Mothetjoa Metsing says in order to gain peace and stability of this country, the government of Lesotho is adamant to implement the recommendations made by Justice Mpaphi Phumaphi, who headed the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Commission of Inquiry. On July 3, 2015, the SADC Double Troika sat in Tshwane, South Africa and decided, among other things, to establish a Commission of Inquiry into circumstances surrounding the death of the former Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) Commander, Lieutenant General Maaparankoe Mahao, who was shot dead by army personnel on June 25, 2015. After its findings, the commission recommended that the government of Lesotho should ensure that criminal investigations into the death of Lieutenant General Mahao be pursued vigorously and that the Lesotho Mounted Police Services (LMPS) be empowered and resourced accordingly. Again, it was recommended that investigations be conducted expeditiously and comprehensively without any hindrances and that all physical evidence is surrendered. SADC has also recommended that the incumbent LDF Commander, Lieutenant General Tlali Kamoli be relieved of his duties as army Commander and all the LDF Officers implicated in cases of murder, attempted murder, and treason be suspended immediately while investigations in their cases proceed in line with international best practices. SADC further recommended the Government of Lesotho to consider constitutional reforms and implementation of the reforms encapsulated in the SADC Observer Mission for the Kingdom of Lesotho. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Metsing indicated that the government of Lesotho will be careful to ensure that the implementations of the Phumaphi’s
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recommendations be done in a manner that will assist Lesotho in improving and gaining peace and stability, for the growth of the country’s economy as well as for development of the livelihoods of the Basotho nation. “The government will also ensure that SADC as well as the Basotho nation and other stakeholders are well informed with the efforts made by the government towards implementing SADC report,” he said. Metsing continued: “Truth is, these recommendations are made under the umbrella of SADC, as one of the organs we duly respect, with this reason, we cannot take all this for granted.” He asserted that since Phumaphi’s report was handed over to the Prime Minister of Lesotho, it was of no doubt that SADC and international communities were eager to know if the report was published as per the agreement made by SADC and the government of Lesotho in the summit held on January 18, 2015. “The same partners would also want to know the way forward.” To put SADC on the light, Metsing said representatives from the government of Lesotho went to Botswana and Mozambique on 23 and 25 February 2016 to meet His Excellency Ian Seretse Khama as the Chairperson of SADC, His Ex-
cellency Filipe Jacinto Nyusi as Chairperson of Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, to inform them that Phumaphi’s report was published. “And also inform them on the efforts we made up to date to implement the recommendations,” said Metsing. Lesotho’s delegation who attended the meeting were; Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Police, Monyane Moleleki, Minister of Defence and National Security Tšeliso Mokhosi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations Tlohang Sekhamane and Acting Principal Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ‘Mathoriso Monaheng At the meeting, Metsing mentioned that Lesotho had also raised what preparations they have made to the following three sectors; security reform, constitutional reform as well as to ensure easy and the safe return of the exiled opposition leaders. The All Basotho Convention (ABC) leader, Motsoahae Thomas Thabane, Basotho National Party (BNP) leader, Thesele ’Maseribane and Reformed Congress of Lesotho (RCL) leader, Keketso Rantšo fled to South Africa on May 11, 13 and 26, respectively, citing they feared for their lives. Metsing recalled: “You will all
remember that some of the expectations of SADC is for the government to ease safe return of the opposition leaders, and there are several efforts made by the government through the Prime Minister, Minister of Home Affairs Adv. Lekhetho Rakuoane as well as Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Tlohang Sekhamane. On March 2, 2016, the government again sent Minister of Home Affairs, Adv. Rakuoane and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations Tlohang Sekhamane to Modderpoort to persuade the same opposition leaders to return home. And it was agreed that what was discussed in that meeting should not be published. Additionally, Metsing said it was pleaded at the meeting that the government of Lesotho should send the published report to SADC’s offices, with no time frame given so that it should be placed on SADC’s website so that it could be accessed to people who might not have it. “It was again encouraged that the government of Lesotho should release the road map showing how they will implement recommendations of Phumaphi’s report as well one of the SADC Facilitator to Lesotho and Deputy President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa. “It was also encouraged that the government of Lesotho should always inform SADC of the efforts reached to avoid getting information from media,” he noted. Meanwhile, Sekhamane mentioned that the government of Lesotho is seriously willing to see the exiled opposition leaders returning back home. “It is obvious that this will take us time since we have to go through negotiations in order to convince the leaders in exile that what they have been complaining about- security, would have been settled as they return home. “This is a serious issue, the government is also worried about this because we need them to take part in parliamentary sessions,” the minister concluded.
LCN to commemorate International Women’s Day
By ’Mantšali Phakoana
MASERU-The Lesotho Council of Non-Governmental Organisations (LCN) will today commemorate International Women’s Day through women’s forum in Maseru with the theme; "Planet 50-50 by 2030; Step it up for Gender Equality." According to Tlaleng Kaaba, Women and Children Coordinator LCN, International Women's Day is a time to reflect on progress made to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. “International Women’s Day
originated from women strike due to harsh working conditions, the target is women for this particular day,” she noted. She said with this year’s theme, LCN wishes to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women in Lesotho. “However, LCN is aware of the slow progress made towards achievement of gender parity in Lesotho. Hence, it (LCN) wishes to undertake a public forum to understand the different bottlenecks which inhibit progress towards achievement of gender parity in Lesotho,” she noted. She further mentioned that the deliberations on this commemoration will focus on; gaps in existing
Legal Frameworks which address issues related to gender parity in Lesotho, efforts of the government of Lesotho towards fostering Gender parity in rural areas, improving gender parity for disabled women in Lesotho, what are the key challenges faced by women in their business sectors as well as how gender parity can be improved in business. Kaaba noted that LCN commemorated International Women’s Day soon after the establishment of Women and Children Commission together with women and children commission members. “However, the United Nations (UN) officially recognised the International Women’s Day which was in 1975,” she said.
She highlighted that the previous commemorations have really serves the purpose because they have grasped a lot of improvement in women working conditions. “Women are now owning land and are running their own businesses at the urban areas. Lastly, in rural areas women, are now running their small income generating activities successfully. The Lesotho Council of Non-Governmental Organizations (LCN) is an umbrella organizations for NGOs in Lesotho. It was established in May 1990 with an objective of providing supportive services to the NGO Community.
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International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women’s Achievements and Investing in Their Future
By Elizabeth Pelletreau MASERU- International Women’s Day, March 8, is a time to celebrate the often-overlooked contributions of women around the world, to reflect on progress made towards equality, and to re-dedicate ourselves to ensuring women and girls are valued, empowered, and given opportunities to succeed. The world has often overlooked the contributions of women. From history books to the Nobel Prize, the discoveries and achievements, or simply the names of women are missing. International Women’s Day is an opportunity for us to learn about these missing women and honor their contributions to society. Today is also a chance to celebrate the women who are currently making history. I’ve had the honor to meet many such women here in Lesotho. Some of these history makers are obvious while others work behind the scenes, contributing to their families, communities, and economies. As we celebrate these women, we should recognize the tremendous barriers that often stand in their way. From the very beginning of our lives, we are defined by our gender. And as babies grow from children into adults, gender often determines what opportunities are made available to us and the future paths we are encouraged to take. Perhaps the worst manifestation of these differences is gender-based violence. Gender-based violence comes in many forms and has a devastating impact on victims and their communities. According to UN Women, violence against women causes more death and disability for women and
Charge d’Affaires, Elizabeth Pelletreau U.S. Embassy Maseru with Peace Corps Volunteer support, 180 Basotho girls participated in the September 2015 GLOW (Girls Leading Our World) Camp.
girls between the ages of 15 and 44 than cancer, traffic accidents, malaria, and war combined. A recent World Bank study showed that violence against women has significant economic costs. These include health-care costs, lost income for women, and decreased productivity. Yet more than a billion women will fall asleep tonight in countries that offer no legal protection against domestic violence. In Lesotho, women and girls are disproportionately impacted by HIV/AIDS. Basotho girls between the ages of 15 and 19 have an HIV prevalence of 4.1%. That rate skyrockets for young women between the ages of 20 and 24 – to 24.1%. Adolescent girls and young women account for 28% of all new infections despite being only 11% of the population. As we think about investing in women and girls, we must dramatically increase efforts to protect their health. Gender discrimination holds back families, communities, and countries. Women account for 40 percent of the total global workforce, but make up 60 percent of
all unpaid work and 50 percent of informal employment. Leaving women out of the formal economy disadvantages the women themselves and equates to an economic loss for society at large. The United States understands this firsthand. Almost 50 years ago, the role of women began to change in the United States. More and more women started to enter the workforce. Because of their contributions, gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States rose by 25 percent. United States President Barack Obama has said “The best judge of whether or not a country is going to develop is how it treats its women. If it’s educating girls, if women have equal rights, that country is going to move forward.” Every International Women’s Day has a theme, and 2016’s is “Pledge to Parity.” The idea is that everyone can take action to empower women and girls. In fact, a community effort is exactly what is needed to make real, lasting progress. Empowering women is a complex challenge that requires a col-
laborative solution—one in which we can all play a role. Here in Lesotho, the U.S. Embassy supports Basotho women and girls through several programs. One program focused on their health is the DREAMS Initiative. This program focuses on preventing HIV/ AIDS infections among adolescent girls and young women between the ages of 15 and 24 in Maseru and Berea Districts. The goal is to reduce new infections by 40% by the end of 2017, which would mean 2,700 adolescent girls and young women will be prevented each year from becoming infected with HIV. We also support the efforts of Basotho women leaders and business owners through training and exchange programs such as our Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) and the International Visitor Leadership Program. Peace Corps Volunteers throughout Lesotho help women and girls improve their health and combat the spread of HIV/AIDS by working with community-based organizations. And they empower Basotho girls to be confident leaders through Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) Camps. Finally, our small grant programs help Basotho women start income generating projects and support schools nationwide. On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the contributions not only of powerful, famous women but also of the mothers, sisters, aunts, daughters, women mentors and friends who enrich our lives. By valuing them and their contributions we support the understanding that our world can reach its full potential only when women and girls are empowered to reach theirs.
NEPAD Trading accused of tax evasion By Tefo Khunonyane MASERU- NEPAD Trading 102 (PTY) LTD has been granted M15, 000 bail by the magistrate court as accused # 1, while BASILDON PETA accused # 2 has been granted bail of M10, 000 bail for contravening the provisions of sections 59 ( a) ( 1) of the Value Added Tax Act No. 9 of 2001, read with section 17 ( 1) of the VAT Act 2001. In that upon or about the 6th day of March 2012 and or near Happy Villa in the district of Maseru deliberately or recklessly, alternatively and negligently failed to register as a vendor despite making taxable income to the total tune of M1, 191, 769. 50. The charge sheet further shows that for the purposes of the court
and in respect of accused 2, section section 57 ( a) ( 1) should be read in conjunction with sections 73 (2) of the Value Added Tax Act # 9 of 2001. The charge sheet further indicates that the accused are charged with contravening the provisions of sections 61 ( 1) of the Value Added Tax Act 2001, in that upon or about the 20th day of April 2012 and at or near Maseru within the jurisdiction of Maseru Magistrate court, accused #1 represented by accused 2 knowingly, wrongfully and intentionally, alternatively and negligently failed to pay tax to LRA when due. According to accused 2 BASILDON PETA is a male Zimbabwean adult of about 45 years of age employed as a director of NEPAD Trading 102 ( PTY) LTD at the time
of the contraventions herein alleged and residing at a place unknown to the prosecutor. While accused No: 1 is a company incorporated in terms of the relevant legislation in Lesotho relating
to registration and incorporation of companies in Lesotho. Accused 1 has its place of business at # 5c, Happy Villa in the district of Maseru.
Man accused for raping his grand mother By Majirata Latela QUTHING- A 41- year- old Rethabile Adoro of Ha Ntho Thaba Chitja appeared before Quthing Magistrate Court on account of raping his own 87-year -old aunt. Senior Inspector Clifford Molefe said on 17 February this year the suspect went to his grandmother’s house and told her that he had brought her some medication for
her paining knee. He indicated that the suspect then started massaging her and later pulled her down and started raping her and after doing the evil act left the house. He pointed out that Adoro was granted M500. 00 bail but failed to pay it and is still in police custody where he will make a second appearance in court on 16 March 2016.
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SUCCESS IS AN ATTITUDE
“Say No to Fear” The more I look at a number of people, the more I realise that they are so afraid of life. It is this fear which ties them down to jobs they do not like and places they detest. It has now dawned on me clearly why most of the heart attacks in the world are on Monday between 8 and 9 in the morning. This is primarily driven by fear which has been bottled up for ages and hence making operations in the fear mode appear natural and normal as breathing air. Fear is what made our parents serve well in a single company for a period of thirty five thankless years. It is what makes a woman be beaten to death, by a thug masquerading as a husband. Fear brings in an enormous level of bondage to humanity and untold suffering to weak mem-
bers of our society. Fear is what makes a decision maker chicken out from pulling the trigger, even when he knows that employee X deserves to be fired. It crowns timidity with honour. It holds people hostage to their shadows; they look at situations and wish those situations were in other people’s lives not theirs. People hesitate to do the right but unpopular thing .They suck their thumbs and tip toe around the challenge hoping that something will blow it away. They are so insecure that they are always considering other people as better. They fear anything and everything .They always think about how things may get bad and how they may be exposed to too much trouble.
Procrastination is one huge part of fear. In fact procrastination is fear by paralysis. It is important to process our thoughts but if our thoughts take ages, it is no longer looking at options. It is now fear hiding under the veneer of thoughtfulness. Do not allow fear to rob you of a glorious future. Sometimes even laziness has layers of fear. What will people think if I fail? When you fail people will think, and when you succeed, they will still think .Wise people deal with their fears and move on, they do not build monuments to their fears. Get up, stand up, shake your lazy bones and move on. Do you not realise that because of laziness a whole building can decay? Well no more delays and excuses, it is time
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capabilities). (See Sematlane M. [2007] “Research-based Prayers”) This is what distinguishes us as civil, sentient and spirit-filled human beings from machines. Measurability has become the Achilles heel of the present-day humanity. Without it science and most of humanity seem to be unable to rationalize or grasp reality [things]. Yet so much has been happening outside of (conventional) scientific rationalization. For instance, people continue to heal despite medical prognoses of incurability; people continue to exhibit feats that defy scientific logical explanations: life is what happens when what you ex-
pect fails! The 20th Century, with its fragmentation and compartmentalization of knowledge, produced huge scientific and technological leaps. None-the-less, the major principles of pertinent learning have remained misunderstood. Thus, the 20th Century has blinded us to our fundamental complex and global problems: Fear-inspired wars, industrial and farming practices that prime the bottom-line (worshiping the idol of profit) instead of the bottom-platform (sustainable development and growth) continue to cause us, our ecosphere and future
to press on in spite of every negative thing around us. Remember whatever you choose to fear will destroy you. Success is an attitude; let us meet at the top.
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Lesotho, China agree on Mutual Visa exemption By ’Mantšali Phakoana MASERU-The Government of Lesotho through the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Tlohang Sekhamane has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the People’s Republic of China on Mutual Visa Exemption for holders of Diplomatic and Service or Official Passports. Sekhamane said the signing of the MoU would strengthen, solidify and indeed elevate to greater heights, the bonds of friendship and cooperation that exist between the two countries. “This signing of the agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for Holders of Diplomatic and Official or Service Passport between me on behalf of the Government of Lesotho and your Excellency on behalf of Chinese government ushers in a new dawn in the relationship between our two countries,” explained the Minister. Sekhamane further made a commitment that Lesotho would play her part in ensuring that the agreement was not abused, but that it eases travel for the intended beneficiaries. Moreover, he highlighted that Lesotho is convinced that with it, implementation of bilateral projects between the two sister countries will become much easier. The Minister added: “Similarly, travel for our government officials and other specified dignitaries will be smooth, thus leading to increased traffic between the two countries.” He mentioned that since the resumption of formal diplomatic relations between Lesotho and China in 1993, the two countries have continued to enjoy warm and cordial bonds of friendship and cooperation based on the principles of mutual respect and solidarity. “And
Chinese Ambassador to Lesotho, Hu Dingxian with Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations Tlohang Sekhamane
of equality and non-interference in each other’s internal affairs.” He also stated that the two countries closely cooperate in sectors such as infrastructure development, capacity building, Health, Agriculture, Defence, Tourism and Culture as well as Diplomacy. Sekhamane noted that the Government of China is not only a friend of Lesotho but also a true partner and friend of the African Continent as a whole. He said: “China continues to play an important role in Africa’s development under the framework of the Forum for China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). “The government of Lesotho is currently developing concrete and large scale project proposals to ensure that it benefits optimally from opportunities presented by the government of the People’s Republic of China.”
Meanwhile, the Chinese Ambassador to Lesotho, Hu Dingxian indicated that the signing of the agreement is yet another milestone in the friendly bilateral relations between the two nations and bringing tangible benefits for the two peoples. He indicated that the Chinese Government had proposed the signing of the agreement on mutual visa exemption between China and Lesotho. “We finally reached an agreement and completed the legal examination and approval procedures respectively. Today we are here to draw a full mark on this journey, which is a substantial step forward facilitating the exchange of visits between Chinese and Basotho officials and those with official missions,” he noted. Dingxian also added that the Chinese President His Excellency Xi Jimping has put forward five
Health officials decry transport, others By Majara Molupe
THABA- TSEKA- Nurses at Thaba-tseka Health Division Centre have outlined transport as the major stumbling block that hinders them from executing their day to day activities efficiently, Informative can reveal. In an interview, Palesa Ntlopo, a nursing officer at the health centre, said their major challenge is transport to ferry them from their residences to the health centre during the night when they have emergencies of women who have to deliver. “We risk our lives by walking during the night when there are emergencies of mothers who want to deliver,” she explained. “There is no nurse residence within the premises of the health centre.” “We have to walk about 20 minutes on foot,” she added. Ntlopo strongly refuted allegations that nurses usually absent themselves from work especially on weekends saying there are two nurses who are always on duty 24/7, coupled with security personnel who are also on guard. “People are always available here,” she said. The nursing officer said they also use their own air time to communicate with the security personnel during the night when there are mothers who have to deliver during
the night. She told this paper that since their health service centre is central, it serves many people, even those who are not in their catchment area, indicating that about 6000 people get services at the centre. Ntlopo highlighted that they only have three spaces for expectant mothers at the waiting rooms, saying this is a problem when they have to accommodate more mothers. “It could be a great boon if the rooms could be extended,” said the nursing officer. What makes matters worse, Ntlopo explained, is that their ambulance has broken down and this makes it difficult for them to care for their patients particularly those who need tender care. Despite the said challenges, the nursing sister explained that they endeavour to deliver and mentioned that they have never experienced any incident of maternal deaths since her arrival at the clinic in 2013. Meanwhile, Ntlopo revealed that they also have a challenge of girls who deliver at the health centre whose bodies are not mature enough to hold babies in their bodies. She said it is still a challenge for some parents to discuss Sexual and
Reproductive Health (SRH) issues with their children saying this poses a serious threat because parents have to play a pivotal role to ensure that there is no teenage pregnancy. She also revealed that there are cases of girl children who are infected with HIV/AIDS who assert that they are not given enough support by their parents. In order to counter this challenge, she said they usually organise out-reach services to sensitise the communities about SRH issues, HIV/AIDS included. “We also sensitise them about Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) in an effort to fight maternal deaths,” explained Ntlopo. Meanwhile, ’Mabatho Makoa, the Public Health Nurse in the district said they are aware of the challenges at the health centre. “The issue of the broken down car is above us. We have reported this matter to the Ministry Head Quarters,” she explained. She said the fact of the matter is that all the cars used by the District Health Management Team (DHMT) are broken. “The health centres in the district use cars from the DHMT.” Makoa explained that there is only one driver at DHMT who drives all the five cars if they are in good condition.She said they used
major pillars and ten cooperation plans to help Africa achieve industrialization and agricultural modernization by breaking through three development bottlenecks that hold back African sustainable development, such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of professional and skilled personnel and funding shortage. “To ensure the successful implementation of these ten cooperation plans, China will provide a total of 60 billion US Dollars of funding support to Africa in the next year. “At the same time, China will help train 200, 000 technical personnel and provide 40, 000 training opportunities for African personnel in China. “It will also provide to 2, 000 educational opportunities with diplomats or degrees and 30, 000 government scholarships to Africa,” said the Ambassador. The Ambassador asserted that Chinese government officials, experts, advisers, technical personnel and skilled workers will come to Africa and vice versa. Besides, he said China has been African’s biggest trading partner and that its investment in Africa has witnessed rapid growth, at an average annual rate of above 20% in recent years. “Trade and business between China and Africa are booming, people to people exchanges are also increasing. In 2015, there were more than 120 million Chinese tourists travelling abroad. The African continent is one of the promising destinations for Chinese tourists. In order to strengthen friendly relations and closer cooperation between China and Africa, the Chinese government has been promoting various levels of mutual visa exemption with African countries,” the Ambassador concluded. to have three drivers and the other has died while another was contracted to them by the donors and had left when his contract ended. The nurse said the remaining driver could hardly take leave because he is the only driver for DHMT. She has also conceded that nurses do use their own air time to communicate for their work related issues. “I also use my own air time for work related issues,” she said. The Public Health Nurse told this paper that the tight budget is the source of all these problems in the district because they are normally given less than what they have asked for. She went on to explain that their land line has also been cut off because of high bills it owes, making communication totally impossible in the district. Meanwhile, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) representative to Lesotho Therese Zeba remains adamant that her organisation is committed to helping Lesotho in addressing SRH issues. However, she said they are working in line and in consultation with the Ministry of Health guidelines. UNFPA has made it possible for the paper to unearth health challenges in the district.
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EU suspends over M458 million grant for Lesotho By ’Mantšali Phakoana MASERU- The European Union (EU) has reached a decision not to disburse the pending Budget Support payments of M458, 252, 852.65 (26.85 million euros) in grant funding to Lesotho. According to the press release issued by the EU delegation Lesotho, the decision was taken after carefully assessing Lesotho's compliance with the conditions for payment, leading to the conclusion that insufficient progress had been made in the implementation of the agreed policy reforms, especially in the area of Public Financial Management. However, the press release states that the present decision will not impact the overall envelope of M2, 415 897 919.46(€142 million) for EU development aid to Lesotho under the 11thEuropean Development Fund (2014-2020), which includes support in the areas of governance, water and energy. “The EU remains committed to ensuring effective assistance to the Government's renewed reform efforts, and thus to its aim to qualify at a later stage for Budget Support. For this purpose, the EU has recently launched a large package of technical assistance in the area
European Union Ambassador Dr. Michael Doyle
of Public Financial Management,” says the press statement. The press release further outlined that the budget support payments are subject to the fulfilment of general eligibility criteria laid down in financing agreements between the Government of Lesotho and the EU. “These criteria are based on satisfactory progress with the implementation of, notably: the National Strategic Development Plan (NSDP), the programme to improve Public Financial Management, the
transparency and oversight of the state budget, as well as the maintenance of a stability-oriented macroeconomic policy. “In the first half of 2015, the Government was requested by the EU to submit additional supporting documents to demonstrate substantive progress on eligibility for Budget Support for the period 2014 -2015,” states the press release. The statement also mentions that the initial analysis had concluded with a negative assessment concerning the eligibility condi-
tions. In order to give the Government an opportunity to act, an additional five (5) months were granted to demonstrate real progress in the implementation of reforms. Adds the press release, “An evaluation of the documents submitted by the Government to the EU has now concluded that the eligibility conditions for budget support have not been complied with, due to the insufficient progress made in the implementation of reforms. The EU will therefore de-commit the funds relating to the ongoing Budget Support programmes.” It also notes that no new budget support programmes will be developed for the time being. However, the EU remains a committed development partner for Lesotho and will continue to ensure effective support to the Government's efforts towards regaining eligibility for Budget Support. For this purpose, the EU has recently launched a large package of technical assistance to support Public Financial Management. The EU is confident that this support, together with the commitment initiated by the Government, will lead to a more positive environment for Budget Support in the future, says the press statement.
Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions gives back to community By Pulane Lichaba MASERU- Giant insurance broker Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions donated goods worth M12, 000 to 30 Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC) at Thaba- Bosiu on Saturday. The gifts included new school shoes, blankets, sugar, 12.5 kg maize meal and 12.5 kg of flour for each child. Speaking at the ceremony, the Managing Director of Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions ‘Matokelo Seturumane stated that Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions is celebrating 10 years this year milestone. “The management realized that 10 years is really a long journey and decided to celebrate it in style by giving back to the community.” “We are doing it to fulfill our corporate social responsibility obligations; we are saying thank you to Basotho for the support they have shown us throughout all these years. Children are the future of this country we have to protect and take care of them,” she said.
She encouraged the pupils to study harder, to make the right choices and also to stay focused so that they can end up being successful in life. “Your past must never determine your future,” said Seturumane. Meanwhile, Molebohi Moiloa who started this programme stated that education is the most important tool in life. “I only did Standard 7 because my parents couldn’t support my education fees and that means I couldn’t get the job I wanted. That made me realize how vital education is hence I went to work in the mines so that my siblings could go to school.” he said. He continued that he then started paying school fees for vulnerable and orphaned children from his own pockets so that they can have something he couldn’t have. “Since 2001 I have paid school fees for 57 children and I now have 24 students that I pay school fees for. I do meet challenges sometimes, like sometimes after paying school fees for a certain student and then he goes to
Children after receiving their gifts from Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions
the initiation school and that means my money is wasted. “I thank Thaba-Bosiu Risk Solutions for this initiative they took in helping us,” he concluded. Subsequent to that, Itumeleng Koakoa one of the students who was assisted by Moiloa stated that Moiloa plays a very vital role in their
lives as youths from Thaba-Bosiu. “I thank ntate Moiloa for everything he contributed in my life; I wouldn’t be where I am if it wasn’t because of him. He started paying school fees for me since 2010 to 2012. I am now a student at Center for Accounting Studies,” she said.
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PODCPF sensitizes media
By Katleho Mohanoe
MASERU – With the vision of becoming a world class pension fund management organisation, the Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund (PODCPF) held a media orientation session last Friday at its premises in Maseru to sensitize the media to the lack of understanding which is evident amongst the members. According to Machona Libalele who is PODCPF Communications Officer, it was quite pertinent to hold the media orientation session as the PODCPF recognizes the call for media engagement in its processes, conscious of the nature of the organization. “Misconceptions and lack of understanding which is evident amongst members or beneficiaries and the general public need more effort and partnership with media practitioners as well as media houses,” Libalele pointed out. PODCPE Communications Officer indicated that there are two types of Funds; Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund (the Fund) which was established with the promulgation of the Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund Act, Act 8 of 2008 on the 1st of April 2008 and Specified Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund (the Fund) established by Act No. 19 of 2011. He mentioned that the Board of Trustees is responsible for all decisions relating to the business of the
Machona Libalele, Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund (PODCPF) Communications Officer
Fund. He revealed that the Board of Trustees consists of fourteen Trustees made of five who are representing the Government, four who are representing members, four who are independent professionals and one who is representing pensioners. Libalele further disclosed that the Fund is a pension fund which provides one with benefits when one leaves the employ of the Government due to termination, resignation, retrenchment, retirement or becoming disabled and the benefits could also be paid to one’s dependants if he or she dies. “The Fund works like a savings account. Every month the employee and the employer pay money into the employee’s account in the
Fund. The employee’s account is divided into two parts; the employee Member Portion and the Employer Portion. The employee’s contributions are paid directly into his or her Member Portion and the Employer’s contributions on the employee’s behalf are paid directly into the Employer Portion. Investment Managers then invest the money so that it grows. The money made from investing the contributions is added directly to the employee’s Member Portion and the Employer Portion in the form of interest,” the Officer asserted. He continued to express that the better the investment performs,
MoET celebrates African School Feeding Day By Thandie Mthimkhulu
MASERU- Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) jointly with World Food Programme (WFP) celebrated the African School Feeding Day at Masianokeng Primary School as a way of attracting more children to come to school. Speaking at the occasion, WFP Country Director, Mary Njoroge indicated that it is an important day for Lesotho as they have an opportunity to also reflect on the achievements they had made in school feeding over the last 50 years, and that they believe that it is a day they remind themselves, parents, traditional leaders, farmers, religious groups, the private sector and other stakeholders, of their responsibility towards ensuring that every child eats a decent meal every day at school in both preschool and primary schools. She added that currently, the government of Lesotho and WFP are providing two meals per day to 400,000 students in public primary schools and 50,000 students in pre-schools throughout the country. “This is why the theme for today really touches at the epicenter of the school feeding agenda: the theme, home grown school feeding, conduit for African’s sustainable development resonates with the focus of school feeding in Lesotho and our collective efforts towards achieving the sustainable development goal, which advocates for the ending of hunger, achieving food security and improving nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture by 2030,’’ she continued.
She further pointed out that their efforts with the government of Lesotho in promoting local food production for sustainably improved and acceptable school diet, fortification of locally produced food with different macro and micronutrients and working to ensure the safe storage of food and preparation in clean kitchens will go a long way towards improving the program. She emphasized that it is important for the community to understand that the aim of providing food in schools is not to spoil the children but to encourage them to come to school and improve their performance and that food and nutrition insecurity among children is a reality in Lesotho, and by providing an incentive for the children to remain in school, they not only improve their health and learning capacity but also grow their interest to proceed to secondary school when they perform well. She said the national school feeding program is a wise investment for a better tomorrow, a tomorrow that will see our children having the capacity to break the intergenerational cycle of poverty, continue developing Lesotho and live healthier and fulfilling lives, and that the government of Lesotho has shown great commitment in as far as working towards ensuring that this dream will be realized through the provision of free and compulsory primary education and free school meals. Adding to this, the Minister of Education and Training Dr. Mahali Phamotse indicated that WFP
and MoET look back with smiles on their faces because much has been achieved over the past five decades and that they stand with their heads held high because they now have a policy framework in place to guide implementation of sustainable school feeding program, “thanks to both the technical and financial support which WFP provided.” “I am particularly humbled that today WFP is presenting to us three vehicles to further support the Ministry in its endeavor to ensure that children are well fed in our schools, currently, there is only one vehicle allocated for the school feeding program, and you can imagine how difficult it has been for the officers to monitor the program countrywide. It is little wonder that my office is often inundated with complaints from caterers, cooks and schools themselves about inefficiencies in the food logistics and payment processes, but with these vehicles which we are proudly receiving today, these complaints should now become a thing of the past,’’ she said. She continued by saying, “as you are well aware, budgets allocations continue to shrink each year due to economic difficulties, thereby forcing Ministries to cut the sizes of their fleets, I should therefore thank the WFP immensely for this support and would like to assure you that these vehicles will be used only for their intended purpose.’’ Dr. Phamotse added that this ceremony follows hard on the Ministerial conference on immunization in Africa which was held in
the more money the pensioner will eventually receive from the Fund. He admitted that on the other hand there is always a risk that the investments will make a loss and in this case the pensioner will receive less interest. He said the total of the amounts in the employee’s Member Portion and Employer Portion is known as the employee’s Fund Credit. He asserted that the employee or pensioner’s final benefit at retirement depends on the size of the employee’s Fund Credit which in turn depends on how much is contributed to the Fund and how well the investments perform. He stated that this type of fund is known as a Defined Contribution Pension Fund. He clarified that “A public officer who joins the public service on permanent and pensionable terms, born on or after 1st April 1964 is eligible for membership. The employee’s contribution is 5% of his or her gross salary and the government or employer contributes the same amount on the employee’s behalf.” In conclusion, he asserted that all claims ought to go through the Director of Pensions, Finance House or to the Local Government Principal Secretary for local authorities. He stated that death claims ought to be processed in six months from the day of occurrence and that the Fund must be notified about the possible death claim immediately after the death has occurred or else the Fund is not payable. Addis Ababa, and that at that momentous event, it came to light that investment in children's health is a critical condition for any country's development and that it also became apparent that one Dollar spent on children’s health yields 16 Dollars to the economy of the country, therefor, this celebration should be viewed against the backdrop of a conscious decision by both the WFP and the Government of Lesotho to ensure that Basotho children become healthy, since it is only when they are healthy that quality learning can occur and so will the healthy and prosperous nation be realised in line with our Vision 2020. She pointed out that it is imperative that the food served to our school children is not only safe for consumption, but also that it is a balanced diet, and that accordingly, she look forward to the day when 100% of the meals fed to school children is produced and processed locally, the food processing in this respect relates to the milling, fortification and pasteurization and that with WFP always on their side, this dream is achievable and she is aware that they are working round the clock to help them to implement the National School Feeding Policy successfully. In conclusion, principals’ representative, Sidwell Koenene from Mazenod Primary School indicated that school feeding is really important to the children because other children only have a chance to eat at school as they face different challenges from their different backgrounds, and that they thank WFP for ensuring that children get at least that meal every day at school.
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the Council had demonstrated the show of unity and common purpose by the presence of the members for the forum. “My Ministry emphasises access, quality and relevance of higher education to the needs of Lesotho and it excites me to stand here today having witnessed developments in this university geared towards achieving this noble objective. “Student numbers have had a recognisable increase from 9,139 in the 2014/15 academic year to 9,476 in 2015/16; more programmes have been introduced particularly the resuscitated postgraduate programmes in almost all faculties; and at least four Degree programmes have been accredited by the Council on Higher Education, namely: Bachelor of Science Education (BSc Ed), Bachelor Arts Economics, Bachelor of Commerce Accounting and Bachelor of Pharmacy,” she indicated. She further pointed out that she is convinced that some of the initiatives by the members have a direct bearing on the economic growth of the country should they be escalated to market quantities. She said she was referring to the students’ projects on incubation, manufacturing of floor tiles from stone, the potato project, and others. She affirmed that these are the signs of a curriculum that is relevant, that must be supported. She stated that a struggle for improving quality of higher education is
indeed a struggle for poverty reduction and NUL thereby demonstrates that. The Minister disclosed that the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) had focused more on supporting NUL and other institutions of higher learning to meet their educational objectives recently. “If I may inform Council about recent developments that have taken place in my Ministry, in the next financial year onwards, Government funding will be stabilised in public tertiary institutions, but for that to happen, I expect you NUL to align your annual fiscal adjustments with Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies, particularly salary increments. “We anticipate a stiff budget performance in the next financial year, but the support of MoET to NUL shall remain strong and where opportunities arise the Ministry shall prioritise the needs of this university. “We have also attempted to reverse shortfalls in physical resources by erecting F Teaching Facility (FTF) block of classrooms adjacent to the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) building and we intend to do more,” she revealed. She mentioned that the Ministry had consistently been engaging His Excellency the Ambassador of Lesotho to the United Nations on the supply of high calibre intellectuals to lecture in various departments in this university through the Scholar Rescue Fund Programme which is overseen by the Institute of International Education. “Still we are relevant, Your Majesty, by forging these cross-border partnerships exactly as enunciated by the African Union Agenda 2063 and re-emphasised by Article 9 of the SADC Protocol on Education and Training,” she stated. She continued that NUL’s several legal instruments are on her table for refinement and she takes them to be another quality assurance exercise for creating an enabling legal environment in support of the didactical role of influencing minds and exciting economic growth and development and leading the pro-
cesses. “In the long-term, we, as Government, anticipate appropriately funded institutions of higher education based on the Funding Model that I will soon be presenting to Cabinet for approval. We further plan to introduce a higher education levy to be charged on every educational activity taking place in the country whose proceeds shall finance infrastructural development at this university; and we are currently exploring other possibilities that could diversify tertiary institutions’ revenue sources,” she said. She acknowledged that the initiative to find other resources must come from the NUL community itself. She said the NUL community is on the ground and must make an effort to have sustainable ways of generating income, outside the tuition fees and the subvention. She said: “My Ministry on the other hand has expectations particularly on the functional areas encapsulated in your direct powers as Governing Council. The tertiary sector has recently been ravaged by frequencies of mismanagement of finances to such a degree that I am unable to convince Cabinet or negotiate at any length for financial support of the tertiary institutions.” She emphasized that the other role of the Council was to keep the integrity of the beloved university intact by expeditiously recommending and implementing best financial management systems in the university. She appealed to Council to clean its dirty linen by facilitating and instructing the payment of due benefits to Professor Siverts, the former Vice Chancellor so that it begins pursuing aspirations of Government spotless. In conclusion, she expressed gratitude to the NUL Governing Council for the commitment it has always shown in driving with success the mandate of the university. She asserted that the prosperity of NUL is the prosperity of Lesotho hence her Ministry’s renewed commitment to support the country’s only public university.
She added that in rural areas, youth are denied a chance to show their talents because of lack of equipment, therefore, this proves that they are not taken into consideration like urban youths who are given a huge platform to showcase their talents. She also said that rural people benefit the country a lot because they produce a large amount of food when it comes to agriculture and food security and they also practice live stock farming whereby they will later sell wool and mohair, whereas urban people depend on buying. “Urban people are surrounded by the availability of resources and many facilities so their economy is seen to be better than that of rural areas,” she said. Moeketsi Shale said that youth complain a lot when they are unemployed yet they fail to participate in
politics. He said that youth should participate in politics so that they can make their input felt. He explained that people move from their home towns to urban so they contribute more to urban areas than their home towns. He said politics is a game Basotho play hence it requires everyone’s contribution. He also said that we all need to work very hard because obviously if one man can’t push himself hard there would be no development. “We are young people, we see all things, which we are not satisfied with but we are not interested in politics that will later benefit us all,” he stated. He further said that youth should take the initiative to change the direction of Lesotho because the gap between urban and rural cannot be closed if the young generation does not involve themselves
in politics. Moeketsi Shale also said that here in Lesotho many youth if not all do not understand the significance of politics because there are two sections in this country one side support the urban while the other side support the rural. “Politics are not old because they are active so they will forever remain young,” Shale explained. He therefore concluded that from today on, youth would contribute a lot to politics so that they can be the ones to change or bridge the gap between rural and urban. BAM Group’s Chief Global Strategist Ts’epang Ts’ita -Mosena remarked that after the discussions, she was motivated, not only that, but also glad to hear that soon Lesotho will be led by young people with potential.
Some of the overjoyed 2014-2015 NUL graduands during the graduation ceremony
By Katleho Mohanoe ROMA – The Minister of Education and Training Dr. Mahali Phamotse during the university’s annual council forum held at National University of Lesotho (NUL) premises on the 1st March 2016 indicated that NUL “produces far more than what the nation demands in the market”. The Minister pointed out that the university still faces the challenge of relevance and quality assurance in most programmes as well as graduate demand and supply of teachers, lawyers, social workers and public administrators and that “we produce far more than what the nation demands in the market.” “Establishment of systems that effect coordination amongst tertiary institutions is long overdue for the purpose of tackling the problem of overproduction of human resources and duplication of qualifications. My ministry is working tirelessly to study the systems in place in other countries – as far as demand and supply of teachers is specifically concerned – in order to come up with a robust plan for action that will resuscitate the situation,” she stated. Dr. Phamotse thanked Council for the demonstration of commitment to the achievement of strategic goals and targets set by His Majesty’s Government on restructuring and strengthening the higher education sub-sector. She said
BGF, US Embassy bridge the Urban – Rural divide in politics
By ’Makhojane Motumi
MASERU – BAM Group Foundation in partnership with the American Embassy held a seminar on helping leaders how to interact with both urban and rural leaders, on Thursday last week at the State library. Speaking at the event, the councilor for Thupa –Kubu No. 26 Senekal Do7, Thato Mokoena explained that the rural and urban divide is driven by youth’s lack of interest in politics. She said that youth should take part in politics in order to strive for change. She mentioned that lack of infrastructure in rural areas, such as education facilities, communications, major public works and transport; health services water and sanitation are a major problem which hinders people from developing.
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His Majesty applauds Mahao By Katleho Mohanoe
ROMA – His Majesty King Letsie III the Chancellor of the National University of Lesotho (NUL) applauded the Vice Chancellor (VC) Professor Nqosa Mahao for a job well done during the 23rd Annual General Meeting of the 12th NUL Council held last Tuesday at Roma Campus. His Majesty opened his remarks with an appeal to the members of Council “to continue to pray for genuine peace, abundant rains and inclusive prosperity and development for the country”. The Chancellor emphasized that they congratulate the VC for his foresight and vision, and “we wish you Godspeed as you pursue these challenging endeavours the university faces.” “Let me also take this opportunity to commend the VC for the tireless efforts he has made in engaging a number of important stakeholders, sharing with them our vision and convincing them that NUL means business. Many have brought into this vision and have responded in an encouraging manner,” he stated. He continued that they were most grateful for the computers donated by some of their partners. He said he would like to believe that the contribution will help to increase the quality of teaching and learning, adding that the VC’s efforts to increase internet coverage are also applauded. The Chancellor further asserted that the improvements placed at the disposal of both the staff and the students is the requisite infrastructure which will enable greater access to the wealth of information that is available in cyber space; a development which could add to the quality of academic work and research. He reminded the members of the adage his father used to quote frequently that ‘The reward for hard work is more work’. He stated that that day he directed those words to the VC and his team as they had worked hard in the past years and the results of that hard work were visible. He urged them not to rest on their laurels because there is still a lot more hard work to do. “When we closed the year 2015, it was on a high note, because we had just celebrated the university’s 70 years anniversary – a milestone of great significance,” His Majesty stated. He continued that the VC and staff went all the way to make the celebration a memorable commemoration, marked by a number of different activities culminating with a major event on the 6th of November. He said they hope that the celebration of that significant milestone will inspire and encourage them to increase their efforts in paving a new direction towards a brighter future for the university. “We congratulate you Mr. VC and your staff for that successful show of togetherness, sense of pur-
His Majesty King Letsie III with NUL’s Vice Chancellor Professor Mahao
pose and corporation with various stakeholders. We thank all those who contributed in different ways to make the event the resounding success that it was,” he asserted. He reminded the members of Council that they had approved the new strategic plan for the years 2015 to 2020. He said the plan was intended to put the university firmly on a new progressive path where it would be well equipped to meet various challenges and also to take advantage of the multiple opportunities that may emerge. The Chancellor mentioned that through this plan, NUL ought to recapture its place as a premier institution of higher learning, responding to the needs and aspirations of Lesotho and Basotho and contributing in meaningful ways to overcome the developmental challenges by providing answers to the many difficult questions and problems that plague the lives of ordinary citizens. He said: “The past has given us the experiences that should guide us on how to proceed and the academic rigour and integrity that has become our hallmark should punctuate our every step as we move forward towards achieving these noble goals.” He made it clear that the accreditation process for self-evaluation has come at an opportune time. He congratulated the faculties whose programmes have already been given partial accreditation and urged the staff and management to work harder to ensure full accreditation of their programmes in the near future. He asserted that the process offers the university an opportunity to examine its programmes with a critical eye and to review them in line with today’s life imperatives and challenges, technological developments, as well as the needs of the country. “We are aware of the grand steps that the university has taken to reorganize its academic structures in order to achieve relevance and fitness for purpose. This is a step in the right direction. Many universities throughout the world have
gone through this process to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of their operations,” His Majesty stated. He asserted that while they applaud the university’s achievements, they are fully aware of the financial challenges that it faces and are mindful of the economic situation the country faces and the competing demands for limited resources from different educational sectors and institutions. He said as a result the university will always remain grateful for the financial support it receives from the government. “However, I have often stated that in order to address the challenges of limited financial resources, the university should resort to revenue generation activities of its own. The one resource that universities have in abundance is skilled human capital that the public and private sectors are constantly seeking to engage to carry out consultancy work. “A consultancy group of lectures could be in a position to offer
competitive rates in the market to secure winning bids. The management of NUL may wish to pursue this avenue or model without of course compromising the quality of day to day academic work and programmes in order to diversify the revenue stream of the university and thus reducing its dependence on its hitherto sole source of funding, the Government of Lesotho,” he advised. He acknowledged that there are a number of innovative commercial initiatives that the university is embarking upon which are aimed at diversifying its revenue stream, some of which are pursued in partnership with the private sector, university staff and students; he considered that to be a positive development which they should be proud of. “I am informed that an idea of a medical school is on the agenda of the university. This is an opportunity for the university to respond to the health challenges of Lesotho. The strategic importance of the facility need not be over-emphasised. Important as it is, this matter however needs to be handled with great care, with an in depth analysis of all related issues being conducted. You will agree with me that a medical school requires to be well resourced so that it does not just start but that it also remains sustainable for the nation to derive benefits from the facility in the long term,” he mentioned. He concluded his remarks by reminding members of Council that their responsibility is “To govern, manage, and regulate the finances, accounts, investments, property, business and all affairs of the university. It is my hope that you will carry out this responsibility with honesty, integrity and diligence. So far you have demonstrated that you are up to the task and I wish to thank you for all your hard work.”
Cuba, Lesotho strengthen bilateral ties By MajirataLatela
MASERU- The Deputy Prime Minister Mothejoa Metsing welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba, Carlos Fernandez Cossio Dominguez to Lesotho on Wednesday last week. Information Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Teboho Mapetla pointed out that the Ambassador had visited Lesotho on several occasions and that this time; he had come to Lesotho to advance Cuba’s regular engagement and dialogue with Lesotho on bilateral issues. “It is also expected that Ambassador Dominguez will propose the dates for the official visit by the Prime Minister Dr. Pakalitha Mosisili to Cuba,” she said. Mapetla showed that Lesotho and Cuba established formal diplomatic relations in 1979 and the relations were elevated into a general agreement of cooperation under which a joint commission on economic scientific and technical cooperation was established. “Since the inception of diplo-
matic relations, Lesotho has had some of its essential manpower like doctors and economists receiving training in Cuba and Basotho students still continue to study in various fields such as sports training and computer science,” said Mapetla. She further showed that Lesotho and Cuba deepened their fraternal relations during the state visit of His Majesty King Letsie III to the Republic of Cuba from 23rd to 25th October 2007 in the times of President H.E Raul Castro Ruz. “The cordial relations between the two countries have seen Lesotho consistently supporting Cuba at the United Nations by voting for the Annual Resolution entitled “Necessity of Ending the economic Commercial and financial Embargo Imposed by the United States of America against Cuba,” she showed. She concluded that the main item of export in Cuba is sugar and other important sources of income including nickel, rum, coffee, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
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08 Tlhakubele - 14 Tlhakubele 2016
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Motlotlehi o roma Lebesa machabeng Ka Katleho Mohanoe
MASERU – Motlotlehi Letsie III o ile a fana ka thomo ho Mohlomphehi Popane Lebesa eo eleng Letona la mehleng la Khoebo ea ho ea ba Moemeli oa naha ea Lesotho naheng ea Kuwait, ka Labone le fetileng ntlong ea Borena bo Boholo Maseru. Ha a fana ka lengolo la thomo ho Moemeli enoa e mocha naheng ea Kuwait, Motlotlehi o tiisitse hore o fa Mohlomphehi Lebesa thomo ea ho ea ba Moemeli oa naha ea Lesotho naheng ea Kuwait e pusong ea Motlotlehi Sabah al-Ahmad alJabir al-Sabah. Ha a tsoela pele a totobatsa hore o mo fa thomo ena ea ho ea ba mosebeletsi oa Basotho naheng eo ea Kuwait. A supa hore naha ea Lesotho e hloka ho boloka maqhama a matle a setsoalle a teng lipakeng tsa linaha tsena tse peli. Ha a thetha litaba tsa hae Hlooho ea Naha o bontšitse hore o na le tšepo ho Mohlomphehi Lebesa hore o tla khona ho phetha ka katleho mosebetsi oo a o tšepetsoeng le ho itšupa hore o oa lokela ho jara boikarabello boo bo bokaalo ka hlonepho eohle le ka botšepehi. “Ke u lakaletsa katleho le mahlohonolo mosebetsing oa hao o mocha, ’me ke thabo ea ka e khaphatsehang ho u fa lengolo lena la thomo,” a li beha joana Motlotlehi ha a liella likhala. Ha a amohela thomo, Mohlomphehi Lebesa o bontšitse hore ke tlotla e kholo ho eena ho fumana thomo ena ea ho ea ba Moemeli oa naha ea Lesotho naheng ea Kuwait.
Motlotlehi Letsie III
“Ke tšepisa ho phetha mosebetsi ona ka tlhompho le botšepehi molemong oa tsoelo-pele le katlehong ea Basotho. Ke tla boloka maqhama a setsoalle a renang lipakeng tsa linaha tsena tse peli,” ke Mohlomphehi Lebesa eo. Mohlomphehi Lebesa ha a fera litaba tsa hae o kopile tšehetso e matla ho Motlotlehi ha a le hole
koana machabeng. A re o tšepa hore tšehetso e se ntse ele teng e tla tsoela pele. A re o leboha ka tsela e khetholohileng Motlotlehi le Tona-Kholo ea Lesotho Dr. Pakalitha Mosisili ka tlotla ea hore e il’o ba Moemeli oa Lesotho Kuwait. Ke thomo ea bobeli ea boemeli eo Ra-Basotho a fanang ka eona kamor’a ea pele e bileng ka Pher-
ekhong monongoaha, moo a neng a roma Mohlomphehi Lineo Molise Mabusela ho ea ba Moemeli oa Lesotho naheng ea Italy. Mongoli-kakaretso oa Lekhotla la Machaba a Kopaneng Mohlomphehi Ban Ki-moon o ile a supa mafelong a ngoahola hore naha ena ea Kuwait ke naha e itlhommeng pele malebana le litaba tsa lithuso ha e ea e shebeile linaha tse ling. Mohlomphehi Ki-moon o ile a totobatsa ha naha ena ea Kuwait e thusitse linaha tse kang bo Syria le Iraq tse maqakabetsing a lintoa tse sa eeng moriting, malebana le baphaphathehi ba linaha tse joalo. Ho utloahala ha naha ena ea Kuwait e eteletsoe pele ke Motlotlehi Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah ea khethiloeng ke sechaba sa naha eo ka makhabane a hae a bohlale le boikemelo; ke monna ea ka seriletsang sechaba sa hae. Naha ea Kuwait ke setho sa Lekhotla la Machaba a Kopaneng ’me e se e ile ea imona menoana ka botho ba eona kaha e se e ile ea fumana tšireletso e matla ho tsoa Lekhotleng lena. Har’a tse ling Lekhotla lena le ile la sireletsa naha ea Kuwait nakong eo e neng e hapiloe ke naha ea Iraq boetapeleng ba Mofu Saddam Hussein Abd al-Majid al-Tikriti ka Selemo sa 1990, ka ho hlasela ’mampoli eo le ho lokolla Kuwait ka ntoa ea libetsa ka selemo sa 1991. Ho latela bo-ralipalo-palo ba lipolotiki lefatšeng ka moka, naha ea Kuwait e hlahella har’a linaha tse leshome tse ruileng ka ho fetisisa lefatšeng, tseo sechaba sa tsona li unang molemo ka meputso e hlamatsehang.
NCB e thakhola letšolo la ho felisa botlokotsebe Ka ’Makhojane Motumi MASERU- Mokhatlo oa Sepolesa oa National Central Bureau (NCB), Maseru ele karolo ea Sepolesa sa Lesotho (LMPS) o tsebisa sechaba ka letšolo la bona leo ba tlil’o le tšoara la “Turn Back Crime” ho thibela botlokotsebe. Mookameli oa letšolo la “Turn Back Crime” Inspector Khotlele, o hlalositse hore “Turn Back Crime” ke mokhatlo o moholo oa lefatše o thehetsoeng ho thusa ho thibela litlolo tsa molao. A re mosebetsi oa Sepolesa sa Lesotho (LMPS) ke ho thibela botlokotsebe, le ho sireletsa thepa ea sechaba, ka hona letšolo la “Turn Back Crime” le tla thusana le Sepolesa ho thibela botlokotsebe. Inspector Khotlele o hlalositse
hore mokhatlo ona oa “Turn Back Crime” o sebetsana le linyeoe tse ileng tsa folotsa hape ba sebetsana le batho bao ho bonahalang hore ba molato, ebe ba ba tlisa ka pel’a Makhotla a molao hore a sebetsane le bona. A boela a bolela hore ho na le ntho ea hore batho ba etse litlolo tsa molao ebe ba tšela leliboho hore Mapolesa a se ba tšoare. O boletse hore khale koana, ka selemo sa (1914), linaha ka mafapha a Sepolesa tsa kopana ho shebisana hore na ba ka fenya bothata bona bo hlahileng joang,’me ba ile ba theha mokhatlo oa Sepolesa o bitsoang International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) Ka (1971) Sepolesa sa Lesotho se ile sa kena mokhatlo ona. O boetse a hlalosa hore ba kenyelelitse bophatlalatsi hore bo
kenye letsoho ho thibela litlolo tsa molao kahare ho naha hobane hoa tsebahala hore baphatlalatsi ke phala ea sechaba, hape hore ba tsebise sechaba hore na ba methating efe ea ho hlasela bothata bona, kaha bophatlalatsi bo ka fana ka malebela a hore na ba ka bua le sechaba ele Mapolesa joang, linaheng tseo, ele mokhatlo oa Interpol. “Mokhatlo o tlil’o etsa mohoanto o tla kenyeletsa Sepolesa, bophatlalatsi, sechaba, bo-rakhoebo le mekhatlo e ikemetseng, hobane botlokotsebe ha bo bone ’mala oa motho, bo otla feela. Kahoo botlokotsebe bo oa re mema bohle; ha re thusaneng re le sechaba ho fenya bothata bona,” a rialo Mookameli. A re tlasa letšolo la “Turn back crime” ba ile ba hlokomela hore kahare ho naha ba na le litikoloho tse
tharo ka hona “re tlil’o sheba hore na ke e feng e bonahalang e hlile e thefutsoe ke litlolo tsa molao, haholo mabapi le tšebeliso ea lithunya tse seng molaong.” Inspector Khotlele o itse kahare ho litikoloho tsena ba tla hloaea libaka tse hlileng li patetsoeng haholo ke botlokotsebe. Ka hona ba tla qala ka Maputsoe hobane ho bonahala tšebeliso ea lithunya tse seng molaong e hlile e phahame haholo, hobane li sebelisoa ho bolaea batho, ho leka ho bolaea batho, bosholu ba boqhobane le mabaka a mang a mangata a fapakaneng. O itse “Turn Back Crime” e ama bohle, ka hona “ha re kenyeng letsoho ho loantša tlolo tsa molao. Hape Sepolesa sa Lesotho se entse leano la ho bona hore batho ba fana ka lithunya tse seng molaong.
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Ke li bone joang/U li bone joang?
Lentsoe La Sechaba
08 Tlhakubele - 14 Tlhakubele 2016
Maqheku a Khubetsoana a ithukhubetsa boikoetlisong ba ‘mele Ka Majirata Latela
Ka Tšeliso Tale Ho ea makatsa hore ha ho buoa ka litaba tse amanang le lefu lena la setla-bocha kapa eona koatsi ea bosolla tlhapi, ebe hothoe re se bue ka ho pata hobane batho ba lieha ho fumana molaetsa. Ka mokhoa o tšoanang ho khothaletsoa batho, ho rola katiba ke ntho e khothaletsoang morao tjena ele ho qoba mafu a likobo a tšoaetsanang ekaba hona ho sebelisa khohlopo. Lefatše le tsietsing ke ona mafu ana a likobo le amang a tšoaetsanang joaloka Mokaola, HIV le AIDs, Seso le Mofetše. Mafu ana a bapalla ho batho ba bo’me’ ho feta bo ntate, a phakisa a iponahatsa ho bo’me’, ha ho bo ntate a lieha ho iponahatsa hoo ha ngata a hlahellang a se a bakile tšenyohali. Le ‘mebuso e tsoile letšolo ho loantšana le boemo bona, ekaba ka mekhatlo e ikemetseng le batho ba ikopantseng mane motseng. Beke tse peli tse fetileng mane Seterekeng sa Mohale’s Hoek, sechaba sa motse o mong se ile sa khanna mosali e mong a sebeletsang mokhatlo o ikemetseng ho ea Seponeseng ba tseka hore o hloka litlhong ha a khethe mokhoa oa ho bua le bona. Bothata ke hore ha ho sebelisoa mareo- mapata, molaetsa o lieha ho fihla ho ba bang, ka ba ka hopola Tona-Kholo ea mehleng Mohlomphehi Thomas Thabane, haa a ne a qeta ho bua pitsong kapa sebokeng, ho ne ho se motho ea reng haa utloe hore o ntse a reng? U ne u tla utloa batho ba ntse ba re “A e bua e phela Lekhoakhoa.” Feela teng ke ‘nete, hore molaetsa o fihle kapele moo o lebang teng ke hore ho buoe puo phara bophelo bo tsoele pele. Ke hantle hore motho a tsebe hore ha a jala mabele ho tla hlaha mabele, ha a jala poone ho tla hlaha poone, joale le uena motho ha o ntse o kena hohle mona u tla kotula ho kena hohle mona. Ha u soka pitsa ea papa etlaba papa e sutsitseng e monate. Batho ba etsang thobalano e sa tšireletsehang, ena le litla-morao tsa eona joaloka ho etsa ngoana, ho fumana mafu a likobo. Ke ee ke makale ha motho a theoha feela le ka ‘mpilo hamorao a se a batla ho qhala kemaro, e re ha ntho ea bacha ese ele teng ebe o re “E kaba ke bomalimabe ba eng?” Hobane o tšoana hantle le motho ea ikakhelang kahar’a makhala a sa apara sek’hoehla a re o batla ho utloa khoho lehe joale khoho e balehela tlas’a lekhala, le tla u hlaba lekhala ha u sa apara Sek’hoehla. Le ngoana ha a tšoara lebane ho thoe “Chacha” ha le ka mo chesa hosasa ha ho thoe chacha o tla tseba hore e bolelang? Joale le uena ke re ho uena chacha!!! Bona oa tsa kotsi, ha u tlapurela thipa etla u seha ebe re se re utloa motho oa teng a re “Joo monoana oa ka!!!. Kea ea le eletsa, le se iketse bo Judase Sekariota oa Bebeleng hobane ka nako e’ngoe ha u sa tla fumana monyetla oa ho checha. ‘Na ke se ke robala ke iphinne sekolokoto, feela ua tseba hore bolo eona ha e tloha e qala bohareng ba lebala akere? U li bone joang?
MASERU- Maqheku a Khubetsoana le mathoko a eona a bonahetse a ithukhubelitse ka matla ho koetliseng ‘mele ea bona ka thuso ea baithaopi bao e neng ele litho tsa Sesole sa Lesotho ba seng ba le phomolong. Puisanong le Mofumahali ‘Makhahliso Mathaba eo e leng e mong oa batho ba koetlisang ‘mele ea bona holong ea Masepala ea Khubetsoana o hlalositse hore ba ile ba qala ho ikoetlisa kamor’a hore baithaopi bao ba buoe le bona ka bohlokoa ba ho ikoetlisa. “Ba ile ba re hlalosetsa hore ho bohlokoa ho koetlisa ‘mele ea rona haholo ha re se re le lilemong tse holimo kaha e thusa hore mali a tsamaee hantle ‘me a fihle moo a hlokahalang teng,” ho boletse Mofumahali Mathaba. A hlalosa hore ba ile ba hlalosetsoa hore boikoetliso bo ka thusa ho theolla sekhahla sa mafu ao hangata a kenang ha bobebe ho maqheku ka lebaka la ‘mele e seng e fokola. A boela a bontša hore haesale eena a qalile ho koetlisa ‘mele joaloka mokuli oa lefu la serame sa masapo o hlokometse hore ‘mele oa hae o se o lula o thapolohile ‘me le ho robala o se a robala hamonate hoo le bokuli bo bonahalang bo theohile kaha mali a se a phalla ka tsela e nepahetseng. “Ke ikutloa ke hlabolohile haholo ‘meleng le kelellong hoo ke ikutloang eka ke nchafetse hona hoo ke seng ke utloa hore ke hloka ho ikoetlisa kamehla eohle ele ho qoba mafu a ka nkang monyetla ka ‘mele oa ka,” ho rialo Mofumahali Mathaba, ka thabo e kholo. Puisanong le mokoetlisi, Monghali Tseko Mbele o hlalositse hore ba qalile ho etsa mosebetsi ona ka Tšitoe selemong se fetileng ‘me
Maqheku a ikoetlisa
ba ile ba qala ka lebaka la ho hlokomela hore nako eohle haba tsoa ka moo ba ikoetlisang teng ba kopana le maqheku a mangata haholo a tlang ka ngakeng ho tla nka litlhare ‘me ba hlokomela hore boholo ba bona ha ba fumana boikoetliso ba ka fokotsa sekhahla sa mafu a ba ke nang. “Re ile ra hlokomela hore batho bana ha se ba ikokotlelang boholo ba bona ‘me ba ikokotlelang ke ka lebaka la bokooa bo seng bo bakiloe ke bokulo,” ho rialo Monghali Mbele. A tsoela pele ho hlakisa hore sepheo seo ba ileng ba qala ho koetlisa maqheku ene ele ho hlokomelisa hore maqheku a bonahala a kenoa ha bobebe ke mafu ka lebaka la ‘mele e seng e fokola ka lebaka la botsofali. Monghali Mbele a hlalosa hore hajoale ba ntse ba koetlisa maqheku ka matsatsi a mararo fela a beke ‘me hoo ke qholotso kaha ba hloka lisebelisoa le bakoetlisi ba lekaneng. “Qholotso e ‘ngoe eo re kopanang le eona ke ea tefello ea sebaka sena seo re se sebelisang kaha joale ho le thata ho lefisa maqheku ana hoba boholo ba bona ke ba kojoana li mahetleng bao ho leng thata hore motho aka tsoha a se a ba lefisa kaha sepheo ele ho ba thusa eseng ho etsa phaello,” ho boletse
Monghali Mbele. A hlalosa hore nakong eo ba qalang ho ile hoa eba le nkhono ea holileng haholo lilemong ea ileng a qala ho ikoetlisa le bona ‘me nakong eo a fihlang moo o ne a tsamaea ka lere ka lebaka la bokulo ‘me kajeno leqheku leo le tlohetse molamu ‘me le se le bonahala le nchafetse hona hoo le seng le itlisa ka maoto koetlisong. A tsoela pele ho hlalosa hore le ha hone ho le thata ho hlalosetsa maqheku ka bohlokoa ba ho ikoetlisa kaha ene ele lekhetlo la pele ba fumana monyetla o joalo le ho tseba bohlokoa ba ho thapolla ‘mele. A re “batho ba bangata ba ile ba khothalla ho tla kamor’a hore nkhono e mong a ba hlalosetse hore eena haesale a qala ho tla koetlisong o se a robala hamonate ‘me le ho tsamaea o se a tsamaea ka bobebe a sa hloloe ke ho hema. A thathiseletsa ka ho etsa boipiletso ho batho bohle ba seng ba le lilemong tse holimo ho ikoetlisa kaha ba ka thusa ‘mele ea bona ho phema mafu haholo nakong ena ea mafu a mangata a sa phekoleheng a kang HIV/AIDS, Lefuba, Mofetše le a mang ao ho bonahalang sekhahla sa ona se ntse se phahama letsatsi ka letsatsi.
Baoki ba 80 ba rupeloa ka litaba tsa thari le thobalano Ka Majara Molupe MASERU- Baoki ba mashome a robeli ho tsoa literekeng tse leshome tsa naha ba ile ba rupeloa ka litaba tsa thari le thobalano bekeng e fetileng. Mooki Mofumahali Motsoanku ‘Mefane ho tsoa Lekaleng la Bophelo o halositse hore ba ile ba lemoha hore litaba tsa thari le thobalano le HIV/AIDS ke li’a thoteng li bapile ka hona sechaba se lokela ho rutoa ka tsona.
O itse ba tlisitse baoki thupelong ho tsoa litsing tsa bophelo tse fapakaneng hore ba tl’o ba hlahlella ka malebela litabeng tsena. Mofumahali ‘Mefane o ile a thoholetsa setereke sa Mafeteng ka ha sona se se se itlhomme pele ka litaba tsa thari le thobalano. A re ba etsa khothaletso ho bakhachane hore nakong eo ba tlileng litsing tsa bophelo ba hlahlobele HIV/AIDS. O itse litsing tse ling tsa bophelo seterekeng sa Mafeteng, baoki
ba lieha ho chaisa hore ba tsebe ho thusa balisana ha ba khutla naheng ka litaba tsa thari le thobalano. Mofumahali ‘Mefane o boletse hore Lekala la Bophelo le tšoentsoe haholo ke litahlehelo tsa maphelo a batho nakong eo ba pepang. A re tebello ke hore kamor’a thupelo, baoki ba eo hlahlella bo-mphato oa bona ekasita le ho fetisetsa malebela ao ho sechaba hore kutloisiso e thophothele ho sechaba ka moka.
tsa Matebeng le Melikane kaha ke tsona tse bonahalang li fihlelleha ka thata ha setsi sa bophelo sa Lebakeng sona ho bonahala baimana ba ea ka sekhahla. A re ngoahola beng ba morero ba ile ea etela setsi sa bophelo sa Matebeng ho ruta baimane ka litaba tsa bophelo bo botle ho itlhokomela le bohlokoa ba ho koetla le hoba khothaletsa ho theha lihlopha tsa lipapali tse tla hlolisana haufinyane litlholisanong tse tlang ho etsoa. O itse baimana ka metse ea bona ka ho fapakana ba ne ba fuoe libolo “Joale ka li 16 Tlakubele selemong sena beng ba morero batla tšoarela baoki ba metseng thupe-
lo holim’a litaba tsa ho itlhokomela ha baimane ho ja ka ho nepahala le ho koetla ka bobebe ba sa itematse. Tebello ke hore thupelo e tšoanang e tla fuoa baimane ‘me le bona ba sieloe libolo,” o boletse joalo. Mofumahali Lineo a re ka li 17-18 hona khoeling ena, ho tlo tšoaroa papali ea bolo ea matsoho le tlholisano ea papali ea maoto ea basali ka ha e hlile ba shebile lineo metseng koana. “Molaetsa oa mantlha e ntse ele ho pepela hore “setsing sa bophelo o fumanele lesea la hau tlholo"
UNICEF, LNA li theola sekhahla sa masea a shoang Ka Lentsoe la Sechaba MASERU- Mokhatlo oa Lesotho oa Papali ea Bolo ea Matsoho (LNA) ka tšebelisano ‘moho le Letse la Machaba la Bana (UNICEF) le Lekala la Bophelo, ba kene letšolong la ho theola sekhahla sa ho hlokahala ha baimane nakong ea pelehi kapa masea a bona(Maternal Death Rate) seterekeng sa Qacha joalokaha liphuputso li bontšitse hore Qacha’s neck ke eona e ka holimo limo litabeng tsa ho shoa ho’a masea. Mofumahali Matšepo Mohau e le phala ea LNA o bontšitse ha morero o shebile litsi tsa bophelo
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Mokhethoa ha a natse litlhoko tsa rona: Sechaba Ka ’Mantšali Phakoana
LERIBE-Sechaba se phelang tikolohong ea Lisolane Lebatooeng la Thaba-Patšoa No: 8 se re Mokhethoa oa bona, Mohlomphehi Mahala Molapo o iphapanyelitse ho isa lintlafatso tikolohong ea bona. Puisanong le Morena Hlasoa Molapo ea ikarabellang motseng oa Ha Maroala a le pusong tlas’a Morena oa Lisolane, Morena Matoli Molapo, o supile hore tikoloho ea Lisolane ke e ’ngoe ea libaka tse salletseng morao haholo lintlafatsong. Morena Molapo o lokolisitse litaba tsa hae ka hore tikolohong eo ea Lisolane ho tloha holimo moo e qalang teng eleng motseng oa Ha Letseka, ho ea tlaase motseng oa Ha Mokhachane, ha ho na motlakase, matloana le tsela, ke bothata feela. “’Me ena ea tsela joale e etsa hore re phethe mabaka ka thata hobane boholo ba likoloi tsa baeti ha li sa tsamaea libakeng tseo ka ha tsela eo e ka ba senyetsa makoloi a bona, ekaba e hlahang ka lehlakoreng la torotsoaneng ea London (Pitseng), kapa e hlahang ka lehlakoreng la Maputsoe ho ea tšoana,” a rialo Morena Molapo. “Ho rona bophelo bo sa ntse bo le boima hobane boholo ba lintlafatso ha li so re fihlele, ’me sena sea re tšoenya haholo hobane Mokhethoa oa sebaka sena ha re bone a natsa liqholotso tseo re tobaneng le tsona. Joale ho boetse ho boima ho rona re le sechaba se lebeletseng hore a re tlisetse lintlafatso, hore re ka llela ho eena kaha joale a sa iphe le nako ea ho kopana le sechaba ele hona ho ka phura leshoetla hore a tle a tsebe liqholotso tsa rona. “Re ’nile ra utloa hore Mokheth-
Mokhethoa oa Thaba-Phats'oa No 8, Mohlomphehi Mahala Molapo
oa oa rona ke e mong oa ba seng ba sa iponahatse ka Paramenteng ea Lesotho, ’me joale ha re utloe ho hlokahala hore ebe re tl’o otloa ka melato ea motho e mong, mabaka a mo siisitseng Paramente ha a lokela a re ame kaha rona re mo khethile,” ke eena eo. Morena Molapo o tsoetse pele: “Ho tla lokela hore ho tšoanoe, re fumane melemo ea hore e be re mo khethile kaha le eena a ntse a hlaha lethathamong la basebetsi ba ’muso (pay roll),” Morena Molapo o li behile joana.” Ha a tsoela pele, Morena Molapo a re Bakhethoa ba Puso ea Libaka ke bona feela baemeli ba sechaba ba nkang boikarabelo ba hore ba kopane le sechaba sa ha habo, ’me a tiisa hore bona (Bakhethoa ba Puso ea Libaka) ba tseba liqholotso tsa sechaba ’moho le litaba-tabelo tsa sona.
“Empa joale bothata ke hore Bakhethoa ba Puso ea Libaka ha ba na letho ka pokothong ka ha bona ha ba na likhakanyo tsa lichelete (budget),” o boletse tjena. E mong oa setho sa komiti ea lichelete tikolohong eo ea Lisolane o supile hore ba kopiloe ho ntša chelete bonyane ebe boemong ba ho etsa M35, 000.00, molemong oa hore bat le ba kenyetsoe motlakase, ’me joale a re ha a bone e ka ho bobebe hore ba fihlele chelete eo, kaha ho e na le malapa a se nang bokhoni ba ho ntša chelete eo. “Chelete e seng e bokelelitsoe hajoale e se ele kaholimo ho M20, 000.00, ’me re ne re bona e le boiteko bo boholo boo e neng e lokela hore e be ’muso o etsa ho hong, e seng batho ba ntšitseng chelete ka tebello ea ho fumana motlakase ba otloe ka lebaka la ba sa ntšang. Ho sa le joalo, Mokhethoa oa
Thaba-Phatšoa No:8, Mohlomphehi Mahala Molapo o hlalositse hore o ntse a etsa mekhoa eohle e matleng a hae hore tikoloho eo e aneloe ke litlafatso le eona. Mohlomphehi Mahala o itse taba ea sekepele la M35, 000.00 lebitsong la motlakase ha se ’nete. “Ke buile le sechaba seo sa moo hore se ikopanye, kaha ’muso o thusa batho ba ikopantseng, ebile ha o behe le sekepele sa chelete e itseng. Ha fela sechaba se ikopantse,’muso ha u behe sekepele sa chelete kapa hona hore na ho ikopantse batho ba bakae. “‘Me ke boetse ke hlokometse hore setere sa Leribe se kenelletse meralong ea hore se fumantšoe motlakase, eleng hore ke bothata ba nakoana boo, bo tlang ho fumaneloa tharollo haufi.” A supa hore o se a ile a bua le Letona la Matla le Bolipi, Mohlomphehi Selibe Mochoboroane. “Ha se metseng eo feela, empa Lebatooa leo ka kakaretso, ’me litšepiso esale li etsoa, nakong eo ho neng ho ntse ho e na le tšebelisano ’moho lipakeng tsa bohanyetsi le ’muso.” “Empa ka lebaka la maemo a rona le ’muso, ho batla ho le boima hore lintlha tse kang tseo li’a fihleloa, lintlafatso li eme, empa hang ha maemo a loka, ho tla ba le phetoho, ’me e tla ba haufi,” boletse Mohlomphehi Mahala. Ho ea ka likhakanyo tsa lichelete tsa selemo sa 2016/2017, Lekala la Matla le Bolipi le abetsoe chelete e kaalo ka M394 million, ’me le tlalehiloe ele lona feela Lekala le sebelisitseng chelete ea selemo sa 2015/2016 hantle, ka hona la lokeloa ke ho ekeletsoa ka M15 million mererong (projects) ea motlakase feela.
Ramakhula o hlalosa pale ea Bantu Mona ke khaolo ea bobeli
A nke ke re qaaqaa ke sa phorohle ka palenyana ena: Khajana ( ho ’na le thaka tsa ka ) , taba ea ho bapala bolo ea maoto, e ne e le ntho ea likolo feela. Ba tsoang likolong tse kholo, e le Matichere kapa Basebetsi ba ’Muso, ba itlosa bolutu ka ho thea lihlopha tse ileng tsa fetoha lihlopha tse kholo tsena tseo re li bonang kajeno. Li ne li ena le mabitso a Sekhooa. Ea Mafeteng e ne e bitsoa Flying Sweepers (Fly and Sweep, Ha e reneketsoa), empa ha e kena mohopeng ona ea fetola lebitso ea eba BANTU. Mehleng eo, ho ne ho buuoa haholo ka batho bana bao e seng ele Balimo: Paul “Pappy the Captain” Moeketsi; Esau “Halifax” Sehalahala le ngoana ea neng a le monyenyane haholo, eo e neng e re ha a ts’oara bolo, a etsetsa batho moferefere, ’m’ae a khotsa a le thoko mane a re:“Stala my kind (Mei kent) ” eaba
e se e le lona lebitso la Setala Mpitso leo. Eena o bapaletse sehlopha sena lilemo tse fetang mashome a mabeli. Ba bang ke Henderson “Horseshoe” Mokorosi; Maseru “B.A.” Maseela; Molete “Molete ee” Phasumane. Lipapali tsena li ne li tsamaisoa ke mokhatlo o ileng oa qaloa, ha ho bonahala hore joale papali e’a loela Lesotho ’me oa reoa lebitso la Basutoland Sports Association (B.S.A.) Lebala le neng le sebelisoa ’me la tuma haholo, ke la Ashton Flats, leo kajeno le seng le bitsoa Pitso Ground, hoba le ne le ntlafatsoe haholo bakeng sa kamohelo ea Motlotlehi King George oa bots’elela, ha a ne a etetse Lesotho ka 1947. Nakong ea ha ho iloe Ntoeng ea Bobeli ea Lefats’e, e kile ea kikitlela, empa hang ha Masole a fihla ea tsoha molota. Ka 1948 le ka 1949
ea hlahlamanya khapo, ebile ele eona ea pele ho etsa joalo. Ka mabaka a sa hlokeng ho boleloa, ha e ne ele boemong bo botle ba ho hapa lekhetlo la boraro, ea sitisoa ho tla sireletsa mohope, ea ba ea lelekoa lipapaling. (Taba ena ea ho behelloa ka thoko lipapaling e ne e khathatsa lihlopha tse neng li le matla haholo lilemong tseo, e leng Linare le Bantu). Ha e se ele kotlong, e ile ea ’na ea tsoela pele ho bapala le lihlopha tsa ka Kopanong Ea Afrika Boroa (Union Of South Africa), ka oona matla ao. Ha Mokhethoa oa Lesotho o qeta ho hloloa ke Mokhethoa Transvaal (Transvaal Bantu Football Association-TBFA), Bantu ea nka lebitso la Mokhethoa oa Mafeteng (Mafeteng United) ho ea bapala le Mokhethoa oa Johannesburg (Johannesburg Bantu Football Association- JBFA) o neng
o bopiloe ka bona batho bane ba hlotseng Lesotho. Mafeteng United ea tloeba Mokhethoa oo oa Bantu ba Khauteng, hoba e ne ele matla a lifefo. Ba bang ba neng ba bapala nakong eo, bao ke ba hopolang ke bana: Masoabi “White Horse” Mohola (Captain); Setala “Stala My kind” Mpitso; Thulo “Morning Star” Maphathe; Lejaka “Charlie Chamberlain” ’Mefane; Philemon “Tilala” Maseela; ’Makhoana “Kalamazoo” Tlale; Suping “Fire Brigate” Pheko; Mokoai “O.B.” Mokoai; Henry “Tapa Tapa” T’solo; Naleli “Naleli ee” Senqhi; Mathakhoe “London Overall” Mathakhoe; Molefi “Sonny Boy” Kehumile; Nkhabu “Stalk borer” Makhoalinyane; Young “Doctor Young” Malelu; Tseki “Tit For Tat’ Semoli; Marcus “Why Worry” Mareka le ba bang.
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LTDC e fana ka thuto sechabeng ’Majirata Latela MOKHOTLONG-Koporasi ea Bohahlauli Lesotho (LTDC) e ile ea tšoara pitso Sani pass moo e neng e hlokomelisa sechaba ka menyetla eo se ka iketsetsang eona ka Bohahlauli. Puisanong le Lentsoe la Sechaba, Monghali Molapo Matela ele Raliphatlalatso e moholo oa LTDC, o hlalositse hore ba ile ba hlalosetsa sechaba ka melemo eo se ka e unang ka Bohahlauli ka ha ba phela sebakeng seo bahahlauli ba thahasellang ho sona ka lebaka la Thabana Ntlenyana, Soloane Hot Spring, litsela, le tse ling tse hohelang Bohahlauli. A hlalosa hore ba ile ba tšoara pitso hape ele ho hlokomela hore ho tla ba le ketsahalo e kholo ka la 01-02 Thlakubele 2016 moo moifo o tsoang Koporasing ea Khaso ea Manyesemane (BBC) o tla tšoara mojaho oa makoloi a kang Porsche, Jaguar le a mang. “Moifo ona o khethile sebaka sena sa Lesotho sa bo hahlauli ka lebaka la matsoeli-ntsoeke a sona ao ho leng bohlokoa ho bona ho etsa liteko tsa makoloi ao a mofuta oo,” ho rialo Monghali Matela. A hlalosa hore Bohahlauli bo molemo sechabeng le naheng kaha bo thusa ho nyolla moruo oa naha le ho thusa ho fenya tlala kaha bahahlauli ba reka le ho robala matlong a kahar’a naha ea Lesotho ’me ka hona ho ka ba molemo ha Mo-
LTDC e buoa le sechaba sa Sani Pass
LTDC e khothaletsa sechaba sa Sani Pass ho hlokomela bahahlauli
sotho e mong le e mong a ka sebetsa ka thata ho una molemo ka Bohahlauli. “Re ile ra hlokomelisa sechaba
hape ho iqalla likhoebo tsa ho rekisa lihlahisoa tsa Lesotho tse kang likatiba, meseme le lintho tsohle tseo bahahlauli ba ka khahloang ke
tsona,” o boletse joalo. A hlalosa hore ba khothalelitse sechaba hape ho ithehela mekhatlo ea boikopanyo e kang ea ’mino le metjeko le ea ho hirisa lipere tse ka ba thusang ho iphumanela chelete ka nako eo bahahlauli ba leng teng kaha ba ka hirisetsa bahahlauli lipere tsa bona le ho ba etsetsa metjeko eo. Monghali Matela a tsoele pele ho bontša hore ’muso oa Lesotho o hloaile Bohahlauli ele e ’ngoe ea litšiea tsa ho felisa bofuma le ho theha mesebetsi ho latela komello e bakiloeng ke pheto-phetoho ea boemo ba Leholimo bo theotseng temo eo Basotho ba neng ba e tšepile. “Hona le khato eo LDTC e e nkileng ea hore sechaba se iketsetse chelete ka ho fetola a mang a matlo a bona a hirisoang sebakeng sa bahahlauli ba ka ratang ho lula metseng le ho bona bophelo ba Basotho ka kakaretso,” ho boletse Monghali Matela. A hlalosa hore sechaba se hloka ho ikopanya ho fihlela lintlha tseo ba buileng ka tsona kaha ele monyetla o motle oa ho sebelisana ’moho ele sechaba. A ipiletsa ho sechaba ho qoba ho etsa liketso tse ka thunthetsang Bohahlauli kahar’a naha joaloka ho kopa chelete ho bahahlauli le ho ba utsoetsa kaha liketso tsena li ka nyahamisa lipelo tsa bahahlauli ho etela naha ea Lesotho. A phethela ka ho hlalosa hape hore batho ba boele ba ithute ka nalane tsa libaka tse haufi le bona ele ho thusa ho tataisa bahahlauli nakong eo ba etetseng libaka tsa bona.
Baphatlalatsi ba hlahloba khatelo pele litabeng tsa HIV/AIDS Ka Majirata Latela THABA-BOSIU-Baphatlalatsi ba ileng ba nka kano ho tloha selemong se fetileng ho fetola maemo a Lesotho litabeng tsa HIV/AIDS le Lefuba (TB) ba tlalehang litaba tse amanang le Ofisi ea Tona-Kholo ba ile ba kopana Thaba-Bosiu ka la 29 Hlakola 2016, moo ba ileng ba hlahloba tšebetso le khatelo pele litabeng tsa ho thusa ho fenya lefu la HIV/AIDS. Puisanong le Monghali Mpopo Tšoele ele mohokahanyi oa baphatlalatsi litabeng tsa HIV/AIDS ebile ele Mookameli oa Pitsong Institute of Implementation Research o hlalositse ha kopano ea letsatsi leo ebile ho shebisana le baphatlalatsi ka litaba tseo ba neng ba ile ba buoa le bona ka tsona tsa ho thusa ho lokisa litaba tsa bophelo bo botle ba sechaba. A hlalosa hore tse ling tsa litaba tseo ba neng ba ile ba bua le baphatlalatsi ka tsona e ne ele hore ba tle ba buoe liea-le-moeeng tseo ba sebetsang ho tsona le ho ngola maselinyaneng ho hlokomelisa Ba-
sotho ka mohato oo Tona Kholo oo a o nkileng oa ho theola sekhahla sa HIV/AIDS le TB moo morero eleng ho kenya lenaneng baetapele bohle kahar’a naha ho nka maikarabelo a fapakaneng toantšong ea mafu ana. “Taba e ’ngoe eo re ileng ra e shebisana le baphatlalatsi ebile ho sutumetsa hore Mohlomphehi Tona Kholo a phethahatse morero ona oo a reng o batla ho o etsa,” ho rialo Monghali Tšoele. Monghali Tšoele a boela a bontša hore taba e ’ngoe e ileng ea boela ea tšohloa ke taba ea basebeletsi ba bophelo bo botle metseng bao eleng bona ba koetliselitsoeng ho sebeletsa batho ba hlokang litšebeletso tsa bophelo metseng ha litsi li koetsoe. “Re khethile ho bua ka bona letsatsing lena hoba re hlokometse hore ke batho ba bohlokoa haholo ba leng haufi haholo le sechaba ba fetohang lingaka le baoki ba rona mane metseng,” a hlalosa joalo. A boela a hlalosa hore ba entse sena ka ho hlokomela hore hangata litaba tsa basebeletsi bana ha li tšoarehe hantle ’me ba lla ka ho se pataloe hantle ka nako, ho se fuoe
lisebelisuoa empa ba lebelletsoe ho etsa mosebetsi ka makhethe le ka boitelo ka hona taba eo e hloka ho shejoa ka leihlo le nchocho. A tsoela pele ho bontša hore, “Ele ho ntšetsa pele mosebetsi ona o moholo oo Mohlomphehi Tona Kholo a re bitselitseng oona, re hlokometse hore basebeletsi ba bophelo bo botle le bona ke karolo ea baetapele bao le bona ba tšoanelang ho nka karolo ho phethahatsa leano lena”. Monghali Tšoele a hlalosa hore ba qalile ka ho fa baphatlalatsi lithupelo hore na bona ba ka nka karolo joang kahar’a leano lena ’me hamorao ba tla nka Babusi ba Litereke (DAs), Marena, Bakhethoa ba Puso ea Libaka metseng le baetapele ba bang. A thathiseletsa ka ho hlakisa hore litaba tsena li tl’o etsahala tlas’a sekhuremetso sa National Aids Commission eo ho ntseng ho sebeletsoa hore e qale tšebetso ele ho phethahatsa morero ona kapelepele. Puisanong le e mong oa baphatlalatsi ba neng ba le teng moo, Mo-
fumahali Pascalinah Kabi ho tsoa leselinyaneng la Lesotho Times le Sunday Express o hlalositse hore bona ele baphatlalatsi ba phamolela khoelehetso ea Mohlomphehi Tona Kholo holimo ka lebaka la hore le bona ba utloa ba ameha hoba sechaba se shoang ke seo ba phelang le sona. “Litaba tsa bophelo bo botle li ama Mosotho e mong le e mong kaha bao e bang ha ba kule le bona bao ba kulang ’me taba ena ebile e kenyeletsang motho e mong le e mong ka likanta tsohle,” a rialo Mofumahatsana Kabi. A tsoela pele hore bona ele baphatlalatsi ba nkile khato ea ho ngola litaba tse amang tsamaiso ea litaba tsa bophelo bo botle, li le mpe kapa li le ntle, ho susumetsa mafapha a amehang ho etsa mesebetsi ea oona ka nepo. A phethela ka ho ipiletsa ho batho bohle ba tšoereng litaba tsa sechaba tseo baphatlalatsi ba ka botsang ka tsona ho se be leqe ho fana ka litaba tseo kaha ele molemong oa Mosotho e mong le e mong ho li tseba.
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The Lesotho Government MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING BUREAU OF STATISTICS (BOS) REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 2016 POPULATION AND HOUSING CENSUS VEHICLES Introduction The Ministry of Development Planning (MDP) through its Department Bureau of Statistics (BOS) has a mandate to collect data for the 2016 population and Housing Census (PHC) in Lesotho. Therefore, the MDP has received funds from Government of Lesotho to procure the services of vehicles. 4x4 Twin Cabs with canopy – 320, 65 seater buses – 4, 8 or 10 ton cargo trucks – 5 and a helicopter. Population and Housing Census Publicity Material Objective : The objective of Population and Housing Census is to contribute to the general improvement of lives of the Lesotho nation through the provision of most up-to-date and reliable data for development planning, informed policy formulation, proper service delivery as well as monitoring and evaluation of population related programmes and projects. The vehicles are required to provide the following services: 1. Transporting Census officials, supervisors and enumerators from place to place; and 2. Transporting equipment, facilities and materials for Census; VEHICLES SPECIFICATIONS The Ministry requires the following model of vehicles: 1. 4x4 Twin Cabs with canopy at a quantity of 320 (Three Hundred and Twenty); 2. 65 seater buses at the quantity of 4 (four); and 3. 8/10 ton cargo trucks at the quantity of 5 (five). 4. Helicopter at a quantity of 1 (one). The vehicles are going to be distributed as follows during operations: Table 1: 4x4 Twin Cabs with canopy District
Number of Vehicles
Maseru
91 (ninety one)
Berea
38 (thirty eight)
Leribe
46 (forty six)
Butha-Buthe
16 (sixteen)
Mokhotlong
14 (fourteen)
Thaba-Tseka
19 (nineteen)
Mafeteng
25 (twenty five)
Mohale’s’Hoek
26 (twenty six)
Quthing
15 (fifteen)
Qacha’s Neck
10 (ten)
District Coordinators
13 (thirteen)
Central Coordinators
7 (seven)
Total Vehicles
320 (three hundred and twenty
Table 2: 65 Seater Buses
District
Number of Vehicles
All buses will be transporting Census staff from Maseru and other districts to various special places including training centers across the country
4 (four)
Table 3: 8/10 Ton Cargo Trucks
District
Number of Vehicles
All the Cargo Trucks will be transporting Census equipment, facilities and materials from Maseru and other districts to various places operation across the country
5 (five)
Table 4: Helicopter
District
Number of Vehicles
A Helicopter will be transporting Census staff and equipment, facilities and materials to hard to reach areas across the country
1 (one)
Specific Specifications of the vehicles: 1. The vehicle model must be from 2010-2016; 2. The vehicle should be commercially insured and have third-party liability; 3. The Vehicle owner/s should have valid traders license, Valid tax clearance, Vehicle certificate of registration, IFMIS Number or willing to register with IFMS if awarded the contract; 4. In the event of a Van, a vehicle should be 4x4 wheel driver d/c and have four road wheels with manufacturer’s recommended size wheels & tyres; 5. The vehicle must have a spare tyre or a means of inflation; 6. The 4x4 Twin Cab vehicle must have at least four (4) passenger doors including the driver’s door, which can be opened from the inside and the outside. These can be hinged or sliding doors; 7. Doors must be capable of being opened outwards from the near and offside of the vehicle to an angle of at least 60 degrees or side open to their fullest extent; 8. Vehicles are to be presented in a clean, tidy and mechanically sound condition, both internally and externally;
9. A reflective warning triangle and spare set of replacement bulbs for all front and rear lights must readily available at all times; 10. The 4x4 Twin Cab vehicle must be able to carry a reasonable amount of luggage. Luggage should be safely secured and not stored in such a way to hinder access to any doorway; 11. Bodywork panels and bumpers are to be clearly visible and have no sharp edges or insecure/ missing panels. There are to be no scratches above 150mm in length or dents above 75mm in diameter. There are to be no heavy scuffing/abrasions or deformation or crackers to bumpers; 12. Where a vehicle has: single or multiple damages in excess or above; or damage that is not in accordance with fair wear and tear for its age; or damage or fitments could either detracts from an overall professional appearance then the vehicle will be considered unacceptable; 13. When a vehicle is deemed unacceptable for service due to bodywork damage the driver will receive both an explanation and a brief written summary; 14. The driver must be neat all the time and refrain from taking alcohol, drugs or anything that will hinder his/her professional conduct at work; and 15. The driver must always be on time and be flexible to work anywhere at any time. Seating 1. The 4x4 Twin Cab seating should be for at least four adult size passengers in addition to the driver; 2. Have seat belts fitted to all forward & rear facing seats; 3. There must be minimum of 34 inches (approx 86cm) headroom for all passengers measured from the rear of the seat cushion to the roof lining; 4. There must be minimum of 7 inch (approx 18cm) legroom for all passengers measured from the front edge of seat to the rear of any seat, dashboard or internal panel in front; 5. Access to every seat must be unobstructed and be sassily accessible to all passengers and without the need to tip forward, fold or remove seats when the vehicle is full occupied; and 6. Any seat that faces the rear must be fitted with a headrest. Steps 1. These requirements are for all doorways used for passenger access and aggress; 2. Any step either fixed or retractable must be permanently secured to the vehicle at the point of entrance; 3. All steps must be at least 400mm wide and 200mm deep and must not have open risers; and 4. The surface of all steps must be slip resistant. Steps nosing must be designed to minimize risk of tripping. Vehicles must be of Lesotho Citizens and registered in Lesotho. The 4x4 Twin Cab must be registered and owned in the District in which it is going to operate. The owner of the vehicle/vehicles must submit the following: 1. Proof of citizenship. 2. Certified Passport copy/ID. 3. Lengolo la morena le o pakang. Companies must submit Certified copies of traders, tax clearance, blue card, and B permit. Individual bidders must submit certified copies of blue card and B permit. All certified copies must be certified at source. Interested Companies and Individuals Should have registered with the Ministry of Finance (IFMIS) or be prepared to register once awarded the tender. The Vehicles will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the Lesotho Public Procurement Regulations of 2007 Expression of Interest from competent companies and Individuals must be submitted in one (1) original and five (4) hard copies to the Ministry`s Tender Box situated next to the Minister’ suite at the entrance foyer of the top floor of the Ministry of Development Planning Building (Africa House), Government Complex, Corner Nightingale and King’s Way Road, Maseru, not later than 12:00 noon, 14 March, 2016. The expression of interest must be enclosed in a SEALED ENVELOPE LABELLED “Expression of Interest for 2016 population and housing census vehicles’’. Interested Companies or Individuals may obtain further information at the address below during office hours (0800 to 1630 hours local time). Secretary Tender Panel, Procurement Unit, Ministry of Development Planning (Africa House), Ground Floor, Government Complex, Corner Nightingale and King’s Way Road, Maseru 100. Secretary Tender Panel Procurement Unit Ministry of Development Planning (Africa House) Ground Floor, Government Complex Corner Nightingale and King’s Way Road Maseru 100 LESOTHO Tel: +266 - 22328187 NB: Only shortlisted vehicles their owners will be contacted
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LEC/PO-588/2015/16
IN THE FINANCE DIVISION – TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) invites tenders from eligible enterprises to tender for supply and delivery of seven quad bikes with specification below:
QUADBIKES SPECIFICATIONS 4WD Quad bike 4-stroke, 1 cylinder air-cooled engine. The bike should be in white, red or in blue colour. They should come with accessories below and training of Users. Accessories to be included in the bid
QTY
Colour
7
White, Blue or Red
EFD: TD 0140
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Lesotho Nationals for the above-mentioned position. The position is in Maseru, LEC Head office. QUALIFICATIONS •
SPECIFICATIONS
Sizes
QTY
1
Motor cycle helmets for bikes
Large Extra Large
4 3
2
Bike boots
Size 8 Size 9
4 3
3
Bike gloves
Large
7
4
Goggles
7
Interested eligible bidders may obtain a complete set of bidding documents and any further information from Procurement Office at: Lesotho Electricity Company (Pty) Ltd 53 Moshoeshoe Road, Industrial Area P.O. Box 423, MASERU 100 Telephone: (+266) 2231 2236 or 5227 2219, 5227 2127, 5227 2360 Fax: (+266) 2232 7647 E-mail: leshoella@lec.co.ls or tsiu@lec.co.ls Bids clearly marked “Tender for supply and delivery of quad bikes” must be deposited into the tender box located at LEC Management Office Block reception on or before 12:00hrs on the 31st March 2016. Bids will be opened at LEC offices immediately following closure in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.
DATE: 25/02/2016
BCom (Financial Management)/General Accountant
EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS Experience: • Preferably three (3) years relevant experience in Treasury environment. • Knowledgeable in computer based accounting packages preferably ACCPAC. • Financial Risk Management will be an added advantage. Personal attributes: • Good interpersonal and people skills. • Methodical and disciplined approach to work with strong report writing skills. • Personal traits: assertive and analytical • Team oriented KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS The incumbent will be responsible for performing the following: • Updates financial management system with revenue. • Reconciles revenue related accounts. • Prepares cash flow reports. • Maintains and monitor loans and leases. • Monitors working capital. • Maintains self insurance fund. • Creates and maintain financial risk register • Accounts for government grants. Interested candidates must submit their applications and CVs to the Human Resources Manager, P O Box 423, Maseru 100, or hand deliver at the Registry, LEC Head Office on or before 11-03-2016 at 16:00hrs. References should be made to EFD: TD 0140 on all applications.
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DRIVER (2 POSITIONS) IN THE TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT EED: T&D 0141
The Lesotho National Development Corporation (LNDC), is the main parastatal of the Government of Lesotho assigned to initiate, promote and facilitate industrial development to ensure economic growth and job creation.
DATE: 24/02/2016
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Lesotho Nationals for the above-mentioned position. The positions are tenable in Maseru, LEC Head office. QUALIFICATIONS • COSC • Extra Heavy Duty Driver’s License • Public Driver’s Licence EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS Experience: • Minimum of five years experience in extra heavy duty driving. • Must have crane operating skills • Basic knowledge of truck mechanics. Personal attributes: • Good interpersonal and people skills. • Disciplined approach to work • Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS The incumbents will be responsible for performing the following: • Drives extra heavy- duty and light vehicles locally and regionally on various errands. • Delivers staff to work areas. • Operates crane to load and offload material and other equipment • Delivers tools and materials for maintenance to and from work areas. • Plants and install poles, transformers and other electrical equipment and string lines using crane truck. • Checks and monitor condition of truck loading tools like slings and belts. • Attends to planned works and emergencies beyond normal working hours. • Complies with safety rules and regulations when performing LEC business. • Inspects vehicles to determine safe operating conditions prior departure. Interested candidates must submit their applications and CVs to the Human Resources Manager, P O Box 423, Maseru 100, or hand deliver at the Registry, LEC Head Office on or before 11-03-2016 at 16:00hrs. References should be made to EED: T&D 0141 on all applications.
INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER PURPOSE The purpose of the job is to conduct internal audits within LNDC and its subsidiary companies. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 1.
Examination and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Corporation’s system of internal control. 2. Review the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information. 3. Review the means of safeguarding assets and verify the existence of such assets. 4. Appraise the economy and efficiency with which resources are employed. 5. To provide proper recommendation for corrective action. REPORTING CHANNEL The incumbent will report to the Senior Internal Auditor. QUALIFICATIONS • B.Com Auditing/Accounting or Equivalent plus 3 years’ working experience in the Auditing or Accounting field • A professional certification in auditing or accounting will be an added advantage
COMPETENCIES • Good report writing skills • Ability to adapt to change quickly and multitasked. • Computer knowledge • Good interpersonal skills • Proactive and assertiveness • Strong analytical skills REMUNERATION The LNDC offers competitive salaries and benefits packages SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applications accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, addressed to the Head Human Resources should be hand delivered at: Lesotho National Development Corporation Development House, Block A Ground Floor Reception Maseru 100 Closing date for submission of applications is 16th March 2016 at 4:00 pm DISCLAIMERS Applications received after deadline will not be considered. Applications received online will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
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The Lesotho Government MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING (MDP)
Invitation To Tender (ITT) Tender Notice PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES ITT Number: 10 0f 2015/2016 29 March 2016 1.
Invitation for Government of Lesotho Treasury Bonds
The Ministry of Development Planning invites sealed tenders from eligible bidders for the provision of Security Services for Financial Year 2016/2017.
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Lump sum for the provision of three day Head Quarters guards with radio/cell phone unarmed Lump sum for the provision of two night guards with radio/cell phone and armed with firearm
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Lump sum for the provision of one day guards National Manpower with radio/cell phone unarmed Secretariat
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Lump sum for the provision of one night guards with radio/cell phone and armed with firearm 3
Lump sum for the provision of two day guards Bureau of Statistics (HQ) with radio/cell phone unarmed Lump sum for the provision of two night guards with radio/cell phone and armed with firearm
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Lump sum for the provision of one day guards Bureau of Statistics (Districts) Buthawith radio/cell phone unarmed Buthe, Leribe, Berea, Mafeteng, Mohale’s Hoek, Quthing, Qacha’s Nek, ThabaLump sum for the provision of one night Tseka, Mokhotlong, Mantso’nyane, guards with radio/cell phone and armed with Mphaki, Semonkong, Ha Lejone. firearm
Tender documents are available at the Ministry of Development Planning; Africa House; Kings way Road; Maseru, Lesotho, at a non refundable fee of M300.00 (three Hundred Maluti) from Monday, 29 February Until Wednesday 13 April 2016. Tender document is payable at cash at Accounts office. Receipt issued by Accounts Office must be submitted to Procurement Unit for collection of the Tender Document during working hours. The tender shall be submitted in a SEALED envelope clearly marked: The Secretary Tender Panel, MDP/SEC/2016/2017(Ministry of Development Planning-Provision of Security Services Lot(1,2,3,and 4) at or before 14:00hrs on the 13 April 2016.
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For more Information please contact Secretary Tender Panel; Tel: 22328187.
13. Perform other related duties as required. Terms of as Reference/Job Needed as soon possible Requirements/Responsibilities: Results Expected: Under the general supervision of the Country Director and direct supervision of theWith Financeinitiative Assistant and (I), andjudgment the direct produces organized, accurate and well documented Terms supervision of Reference/Job Requirements/ of the Finance Officer, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: records with well analyzed data and addresses Responsibilities: unforeseen situations seeking advice and guidance Under the general supervision of the Country Director from supervisor, as necessary. and direct supervision of input the Finance Assistant (I), in financial 1. Extract and data from various sources accountingFactors: systems; Ability to review a variety CriticalorSuccess and the direct supervision of the Finance Officer, the of data, identify and adjust Identify 2. Respond to accounting, budget or financial queries regarding data from staff data in thediscrepancies. unit and elsewhere in the Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following and resolve operational problems with substantial duties: programme; independence; obtain or give factual information of a non-routine nature involving interpretation of facts and Prepare andsources conduct analysis of general ledger accounts 1. Extract3.and inputbank datareconciliation from various in requiring clarity of expression; perform detailed work, financial or accounting systems; 4. Assist in the preparation of the payroll by executing validity ofchecks on monthly frequently a confi dentialpayroll natureresults; and/or to handle 2. Respond to accounting, budget or financial a largesuch volume of work systematically, and Maintain data properfrom control over various as commitments and expenditureseffectively against budgeted queries5.regarding staff in the unitfinancial and records accurately; train other staff regarding relevant work elsewhereamounts; in the programme; initiate actions related to the following: general financial information, and travel payments, and responsibilities; work in a team environment and 3. Prepare bank reconciliation and conduct coordinate assignments to achieve common goals. transactions; analysis ofprocurement general ledger accounts Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people from 4. Assist 6.in Verify the preparation payroll vendor claimsofforthe accuracy and by conformance with WFP finance rules and regulations; perform claim different national and cultural backgrounds. executing validity checks on monthly payroll QUALIFICATIONS: High school verification against documentation to ensure that purchases/services areEducation: properly authorised and thateducation the goods results; including or supplemented by courses related to the 5. Maintain proper variousrendered; financial have beencontrol receivedover or services and ensure timely recording and processing of vendor invoices in the area of work. records such as commitments and expenditures
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Bond Description 7 Year 8% Fixed Coupon Bond Maturity dates 2022 Oct 11 Amount Offered LSL 100 million Years to Maturity 6.6 Years Coupon Rate 8% Yield 8% Coupon Payment April & October Dates
10 Year 9% Fixed Coupon Bond 2025 Oct 07 LSL100 million 9.6 Years 9% 9% April & October
The minimum bid amounts for competitive and non-competitive bids are LSL 100,000 and LSL 5,000 respectively. Bidders must complete the details on tender form CBL/TBR/1 available at the Central Bank of Lesotho, Maseru and submit by the deadline of bids as shown above. The Bank reserves the right to increase or reduce the amount offered for auction and accept or reject any or all applications in part or in whole. For any queries contact: (+266) 22232143/ 22232103.
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th papers; correspondence , reports 10 and VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: VA-02-LES 2016; DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10. Provide information related to financial Post Title And Grade: Finance Assistant March, 2016 transactions including calculation of personal Location: Maseru entitlements and pro rata; Post Title And Grade: Finance Assistant Three months (Extendable) 11. Assist in theDuration: preparation of budgets, accounting, Number of Posts: One (1) financial reports, statistical reports and other Location: Maseru Grade Level: SSA Contract SB2 (Q5) equivalent to reports as required; Number of Posts: One (1) Needed as soon as possible 12. Provide assistance to all staff services such as GS-4 Grade Level: SSAContract SB2 (Q5) equivalent to GS-4 travel, expense claims, document retrieval, etc; Duration: Three months (Extendable)
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: VA-02-LES 2016; DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10th March, 2016
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programme’samounts; informationinitiate system; actions against budgeted least four years of progressively related7. toMonitor the vendor following: general advances and otherfinancial receivablesExperience: and ensure timelyAtclearance of vendor outstanding items, taking responsible clerical work experience in general information, and travel payments, and corrective follow up actions where required; administrative work including at least one year procurement transactions; in the field of finance, accounting, budget, audit, Verify 8. vendor claims receipt for accuracy and Prepare necessary and journal vouchers; administrative services or other related field. conformance with WFP finance rules and 9. Draft routine correspondence related to the unit’s work and typeExperience a variety ofutilising material such as correspondence Knowledge: computers, including , regulations; perform claim verification against word processing, spreadsheet and other WFP standard documentation to papers; ensure that purchases/ reports and software packages and systems. General knowledge services are properly authorised and that the 10. Provide information related to financial transactions including personal rules, entitlements and pro and rata; of UN systemcalculation financial ofpolicies, regulations goods have been received or services rendered; procedures. Fluency in reports both oral and reports writtenasEnglish 11. Assist in therecording preparationand of budgets, accounting, financial reports, statistical and other required; and ensure timely processing of and Sesotho. Knowledge of WFP Manuals in the area vendor invoices in the programme’s information 12. Provide assistance to all staff services such as travel, expenseand/or claims,budget document retrieval, etc; of finance is desirable. system; Please apply to: The Country Director, World Food 13.vendor Performadvances other related required. Monitor andduties otherasreceivables Programme, P.O. Box 301, Maseru 100, Lesotho. and ensure timely clearance of vendor Results Expected: With initiative and judgment produces organized, accurate well documented with well Applications could and also be hand records delivered and outstanding items, taking corrective follow up submitted to the WFP offi ce at House 11 United Nations analyzed data and addresses unforeseen situations seeking advice and guidance from supervisor, as necessary. actions where required; Road, opposite Maseru Club Gate. The deadline for all Prepare receipt Ability and journal vouchers; Criticalnecessary Success Factors: to review a variety ofapplications data, identify and adjust data discrepancies. Identify 2016 and is 16:00hrs 10th of March Draft routine correspondence related to the resolve operational problems with substantial independence; obtain or give factual information of a non-routine nature
TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO THE WATER SECTOR ON M&E SYSTEMS AND GIS Sector: Water Financing Agreement reference: 5800155001201 Project ID No.: P-LS-E00-002 1. This request for expressions of interest follows the General Procurement Notice for this program that appeared in Development Business No. AfDB752-11/13 of 21st November 2013. 2. The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho has received financing from the African Development Bank toward the cost of the Lesotho Lowlands Rural Water Supply And Sanitation Project, and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for the services of Technical Support To The Water Sector On Monitoring and Evaluation Systems And Geographic Information Systems. 3. The main objective of the project is to contribute to the achievement of the Lesotho’s Vision 2020 for improved health and social wellbeing of the population through universal water supply and sanitation access. The project will cover the districts of Berea and Maseru along routes of the Metolong Dam Water Supply Project primary and secondary pipes in providing basic rural water and sanitation infrastructure, environmental health support for communities, as well as capacity building and project management and will benefit about 65,000 people. 4. The objective of this assignment is to: a. Establish and fully operationalise GIS planning and M&E systems for water supply and sanitation in DRWS Head Office and all districts offices, from community to national level and support the national water sector GIS and M&E systems where these link to and integrate with the systems in the two districts. b. Establish capacity at DRWS National Office and the Districts RWS Offices in Berea and Maseru Districts for effectively utilising GIS for data management and mapping and establish M&E systems. c. Develop reporting format for data management and reporting systems that cover the whole communication process from community level to Community Councils, to District Councils/ District RWS Offices, to the DRWS National Office and eventually to the national water sector data management and reporting systems. 5. The estimated duration of the assignment is 20 months and the expected input is 43.5 staff months. 6. The main services under this contract include:
a. Task 1 Assessment of existing data systems b. Task 2 Generate GIS Layers 7. The Water Commission now invites eligible consultancy firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria will be as follows: a. b. c. d.
Evidence of registration from the firm’s home country The firm’s core business Relevant experience in the past 5 years Technical and managerial capability –An organogram or narrative of the firm and firm’s staff compliment e. Costs (in US Dollars) of similar assignments undertaken and duration of each f. Experience in the SADC Region. g. The available experts with relevant qualifications and experience in similar assignments 8. Interested consultancy firms must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, legal status, description of previous similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, and availability of appropriate technical skills among staff). Consultants may constitute joint-ventures to enhance their chances of qualification. 9. Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with Section II of the African Development Bank’s “Rules and Procedures for the use of Consultants” September 2008 revised July 2012, which is available on the Bank’s website at http://www.afdb.org. 10. Interested consultancy firms may obtain further information at the address below during office hours 08.00 hours to 16.30 hours. 11. Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by 23rd March 2016 at 16:00hours and labelled “Consultancy services for Technical Support to the Water Sector on Monitoring and Evaluation Systems and Geographic Information Systems.” Electronic submissions will not be accepted. Attn: The Director Department of Rural Water Supply Industrial Area Moshoeshoe Road Between LEC and WASCo Maseru, Lesotho E-mail: tlalih@yahoo.com cc: lwsip.procurement@gmail.com
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TENDER NOTICE AND INVITATION TO TENDER MINOR HOTEL GROUP (PTY) LTD Lesotho is inviting TENDERS from suitable architects for the services described below. TENDER NOTICE AND INVITATION TO TENDER MINOR HOTEL GROUP (PTY) LTD Lesotho hereby invites tenders from interested parties to submit proposal for refurbishment of AVANI Maseru Hotel – bedrooms, public areas and front of house. A compulsory clarification meeting will commence at 10h00 on 9 March 2016, AVANI Lesotho Hotel & Casino, Hilton Road, Maseru, in Khanya Board Room. Attendance must be telephonically confirmed as available seats are limited. All the information pertaining to tender process will be communicated at this meeting. Enquiries and Attendance confirmation may be directed to: M Ntabe on tel: +266 2224 3003. Email: mntabe@avanihotels.com
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Botha Bothe District Council invites tenders from locally registered and eligible contractors for supply and delivery of road construction materials and supply and delivery, fitting, and balancing of the tyres and providing the wheel alignment to plant and machinery for Botha Bothe District Council, for Lebetla-Bokoro, Makeneng-Masere and Ratsele-Ha Balimo gravel roads construction projects. Also supply of drilling and blasting services for TsimePotomane, Makeneng-Masere and Ratsele-Ha Balimo gravel roads construction projects for Botha Bothe District Council for fiscal year 2016/2017. Tender document can be obtained from Botha Bothe District Council, on payment of a nonrefundable fee of one thousand Maloti only (1000.00) Additional requirements are specified in tender document with the scope of works Sealed envelopes marked Technical proposal and the other one marked financial proposal and both envelopes in one sealed envelope bearing no identification of bidder must be clearly marked; ‘’TENDER FOR SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TYRES, ROAD CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND DRILLING AND BLASTING FOR BOTHA BOTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL’S GRAVEL ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.’’ The deposit time and date are 8:00am - 16.30pm during official working hours from Monday to Friday, from the 01/03/2016 to the 14/04/2016. Tenders will be opened on the 14/04/2016 at 2.30pm at Botha Bothe District Council’s office. The tender box will be situated at Botha Bothe District Council near reception office at the office’s main entrance at (Old Lspp office opposite Botha Bothe correctional services). Interested suppliers or their representatives are expected to attend the opening. Late bids will not be accepted. Tenders that are not clearly and correctly marked shall be disqualified and returned to the bidder unopened. The government of Lesotho reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and is not bound to take the lowest bid. For more information please contact Botha Bothe District council procurement unit at 58869094/63088270
The Lesotho Government The Ministry of Local Government and Chieftainship GOVERNMENT OF LESOTHO (MoLGC) - Leribe District Council VACANCY BAM Consultancy (Pty) Ltd invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Head of ICT/MIS.
JOB SUMMARY Head of ICT is responsible in ensuring the development of system plans and documentation, development of proposals, formulation of system requirements, review and evaluation of existing systems as well as designing and modifying systems to meet client’s business needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure availability and reliability of BAM Consultancy ICT policy which shall apply across all BAM Group Companies; Assist team members and motivate them to perform well including providing training (and refresher course) to the team on issues related to MIS to make their jobs more efficient; Follow up on ALL BAM Consultancy ICT projects and ensure smooth and timely implementation of the project by project managing a team that delivers the project; Study the current and future trends, and ensure that BAM Group is aligned accordingly to keep up with the market. Be continuously creative to upgrade standard and Identify ICT areas of concern under BAM Group and provide way forward on addressing those areas; To establish the ICT(MIS) division that can sustain as a business unit on its own within BAM Group, meaning it’s financial status must not be depended to other divisions; To come up with the strategic plan on how IT can be a service that generate income consistently within BAM Consultancy MIS division; To build team work, commitment and knowledge management strategies within MIS division; Management and Implementation of projects within and outside BAM Group; Own software development packages to prove to the market that MIS is capable of technological know-how– E.g Point Of Sale POS, web based applications; Integrated systems on the website- e.g portals, online adverts and mailing list; Regular training sessions to motivate and
strengthen knowledge – three months intervals; Rotational work schedules for knowledge sharing, however each ICT /MIS consultant must be assessed by Head of MIS for his or her potential and be given a chance to work around his/her potential capabilities for performance monitoring.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCES An ability to conceptualize and think innovatively; Outstanding oral and written communication skills; Effective negotiation and customer management skills; Complete administrative skills and good analytical and reporting capacities; Effective time management and personal organisation skills; An understanding of user needs and a business outcome approach and can communicative visions; A logical approach to problem solving and an investigative and officious mind; The candidate must have done any communication skills module at the tertiary level and management skills module(e.g. knowledge management); Networking, Programming and website development skills are essential; Team player and motivated – MIS always need motivation hence why it need a motivated leader; Team player and knowledge sharing must be mandatory- strictly monitored; Strategic planner.
QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPIRIENCE A Degree in Information Technology, Bsc (Hons) Degree in Software Engineering with 2 years’ experience. Any other related field of study must be strictly accompanied by 3 years’ experience in the same position. Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their detailed CVs, application letter, certified copies of educational Certificates accompanied by transcripts and certified copy of passport by Friday the 18th March 2016, no later than 15:30hrs. Late submissions will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If not contacted consider your application unsuccessful. Physical copies must be sent to: The Human Resources Officer, BAM Group of Companies, Suite 02, Metcash Complex, Kingsway Street, Maseru, Lesotho. Email to: hr@bamconsultancy.co.ls
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Tenders are hereby invited from Urban Designers, Landscape Architects, Architects and Horticulturalist Terms of reference and related documents for TENDER NOTICE professionals with a proven record of delivery, to respective consulting services will be available for INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS join the professional team responsible for the design collection from the office of Procurement Unit, 1st Ministry of Local Government (MoLGC) Leribe ofThe the New Royal Palace in Maseru. The selected and FloorChieftainship of Ministry of Public Works and- Transport District Council has to received from the (Roads Government of Cnr,SENATE Lesotho professionals will be expected develop a funds detail Headquarters Headquarters), landscape design based a Landscape and purchasing LEPOQO Roads,services opposite Browns Cash and and intends to on apply theseFramework funds for for supply, and coordinate and manage its implementation and Carry. fitting and balancing of tyres. Tenders are therefore invited from suitably maintenance plan together with the other members of DATE AND TIME FOR COLLECTING TERMS OF qualifi ed and fitting and balancing tyres for the professional team registered and contractors. bidders for supply, REFERENCE AND RELATED DOCUMENTS financial year 2016/2017. The terms of reference and related documents will The “CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW ROYAL be available for collection from Monday, 22nd PALACE, MASERU – LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND FEBRUARY 2016 between 9:00 to 15:00hrs at a nonCONFIDENTIALITY INSTALLATION” refundable cost of M250.00 Due to the nature of this assignment, MoLGC Leribe District Council shall Note: require that documents, maps, diagrams, ndings and any other DATE reports, AND TIME fi FOR SUBMISSIONS • information Failure to provide all information will The submission of 1 original and 5 additional copies acquired by therequired company from any source during the course your bid.of the assignment beofkept each proposal bidconfi in sealed envelopes separately of invalidate undertaking strictly dential, and that marked Technical and Financial Proposals Bids such information shall not be shall with third parties without the express • Fees will be adjusted proportionately with the for “CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW ROYAL permission of price. MoLGC- Leribe DistrictPALACE, Council. Contractor’s bid MASERU – LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION” must be deposited in the tender • IIT All potential Consultants are advised to note box 1st Floor Ministry of Public Works and Transport, PROCESS that the professionaland teamsubmission and contractors to Cnr. Lepoqo and Senate Roads, opposite Browns Cash Tender issuance the Lesotho Government are expected to be in and Carry on Wednesday, 6th APRIL 2016 on or Thecompliance issue date for this tender is 08th before March 2016, and the closing date is with their tax obligations. 12:00hrs for public opening at 14:30 hrs the the 20th April 2016. Tender responses are to be delivered tothese thestipulations district same day. Failure to comply with • council’s Consultanttender must attach to their bids, valid at copies will result in disqualifi cation.near Motebang box situated Hlotse Urban Council of VAT Clearance, certifi ed at Source. Hospital, not later than 11:00am on the 20t April 2016. All tenders will be MANDATORY SITE VISIT opened on Wednesday 20th April 2011.1at 11:30 am. One (1) original and • Preference margin will be applied as set in the The mandatory site visit will be conducted on three (3) hard copies of bid documents should enclosed in bidders a sealed Request For Proposals Thursday 10thbe March 2016. All are envelope marked SUPPLY, FITTING expected AND BALANCING TYRES ITT: to assemble at theOF grounds of offices of • 03 For detailed information please see Senior Private Secretary to His Majesty next to OF more 2016/2017. Tender documents are available at the Leribe District Request For Proposals for thisUnit) Projectat a nonThe Royal Palace value at 10:30am site inspection at Council (Procurement refundable of for M400.00 (four 11:00am. Maloti only) at in the division of reserves Hlotsethe Urban • hundred Bid security of M60,000 must paid be included the accounts The Government of Lesotho right to Council. form of a bank guarantee cheque, or letter of accept or reject any or all bids and is not bound to accredited financial institution recognized by the accept any tender with the lowest price. Central Bank of Lesotho ______________________ CLARIFICATIONS Bid Amounts must be inclusive of 14% V.A.T. PROCUREMENT UNIT
All clarifications and queries on this tender must be addressed to the LESOTHO – MINISTRY OF Secretary Tender Panel Procurement GOVERMENT Unit, LeribeOF District Council. TERMS OF REFERENCE PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORT P. O. Box 1, Leribe 300. Tel: 2240061. Email: bmpalami87@gmail.com or gracematela@yahoo.com for all requests for clarifications which should be received no later than 01st April 2016. All requests for clarifications must be in writing.
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INVITATION TO BID The Lesotho Catholic Bishops’ Conference invites bids from registered and qualified accounting firms to conduct an audit for the years 2012/2013 to 2014/2015. All bidders must attach certified copies of tax clearance certificate, company registration license or equivalent (all certified at source) and reference from the Lesotho Institute of Accountants dated 2016. The terms of reference can be obtained at a non-refundable fee of M200.00 from the address shown below: Mr Ts’epang Tumahole, Lesotho Catholic Bishops’ Conference Cathedral Area, Opposite Captain Dorego, Main North 1, Maseru. Telephone: 22313284 Email: tumaholet@caritas.org.ls Bids bearing no identification of the bidder must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked ‘AUDIT OF THE LCBC ADMIN AND CARITAS LESOTHO ACCOUNTS’ The closing date for submission of bids is Tuesday the 22nd March 2016 at 14h00 local time. Public opening of bids shall be on the same day at 13h30 local time. The tender panel reserves the right to accept or reject any bid. MOHLOLI OA BOPHELO REHABILITATION AND SKILLS TRAINING CENTER ADVERTISEMENT DIVISION-TEACHING DEPARTMENT-TEACHING SERVICE JOB TITLE-INSTRUCTOR IN CRAFTS/ Technology RESPOSIBLE TO-PRINCIPAL JOB SUMMARY To carry out classroom instruction to ensure that trainees acquire quality training as determined by the education policy and curriculum and assessment in line with the reginal and international standards in education. JOB DESCRIPTION • To teach • To demonstrate outstanding teaching in the learning areas • To prepare quality lessons in the related field • To take on a curriculum leadership role in respect of the subject or learning arear • To plan, coordinate, control, administer, evaluate and report on learners academic progress • To develop learning/ teaching materials • To demonstrate leadership role for the junior teaching staff.
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1.1 Invitation 1.1 Invitation Econet Telecom Lesotho (ETL) invites tenders from catering service providers to provide catering services to staff members, and for internal and functions. The services Econet Telecom Lesotho (ETL) invites tenders from cateringtrainings service providers to provide will be provided staff and fortrainings internal trainings/functions. catering services todaily staff to members, andper for order internal and functions. The services will be provided daily to staff and per order for internal trainings/functions.
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Name, address and brief background of service provider.
Name, address on andcapability brief background of service provider. Information and competence to provide the required services which Information on capability and competence to provide the required services which includes availability of resources i.e personnel, facilities and at least three (3) includes availability of resources i.e personnel, facilities and at least three (3) references references Information relating to financial capacity i.e of letter offrom credit from bank or latest Information relating to financial capacity i.e letter credit bank or latest financialstatements statements financial clearbreakdown breakdown of the of services line with theofScope AAclear of the costcost of services in linein with the Scope work. of work. Certified of public liability covercover and proof health Certifiedcopies copies of public liability and of proof of certification. health certification. 1.3 Tender 1.3 TenderConditions Conditions
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This RFP is not an offer but an invitation to offer and therefore does not create any obligation This RFP or is contract not an offer butETL an invitation to offer and therefore does not create any between and any bidder. obligation between ETL and any bidder. ETL reserves or thecontract right to accept or reject any offer and/or annul the bidding process any liability whatsoever to the without ETL reserves the right to accept orbidders. reject any offer and/or annul the bidding process Bidders locally whatsoever registered companies and should be complaint with their withoutmust anybe liability to the bidders. and be taxlocally obligations. Bidderscompanies should attach copies of their with their registration Bidders must registered andcertified should be complaint registration documents, trader’s license and tax clearance certificates. registration and tax obligations. Bidders should attach certified copies of their Proposals bearing no identification and clearly marked RFP – Catering Services should registration documents, trader’s license and tax clearance certificates. be submitted to the Secretary Tender Committee, Legal Division, ETL Headquarters, Kingsway Proposals bearing no100 identification and clearly15marked Catering Services should Road, Maseru –no later than Tuesday March, RFP 2016– at 4.00 pm. be submitted to the Committee, Legal Division, ETL Headquarters, Bidders must submit oneSecretary (1) originalTender copy and four (4) copies. Kingsway Road, Maseru –nomust laterbe than Tuesdayto15the March, 2016Tender at 4.00 pm. Any correspondence and 100 issues addressed Secretary at the above one address or emailed to nkhasim@etl.co.ls Committee Bidders must submit (1) original copy and four (4) copies. Bidders who do not complyand with issues the above conditions shall be disqualified. Any correspondence must be addressed to the Secretary Tender Correspondence be made with the preferred only who shall also be Committee at shall the above address or 3emailed tobidders nkhasim@etl.co.ls required to provide meals samples.
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Karabelo Mosito crowned Miss Machabeng 2016 By ‘Mathabo Pakane
MASERU- Last Saturday was a big night for Karabelo Mosito, who was crowned Miss Machabeng 2016 at a glittering ceremony held at Machabeng College with Nafisa Roza placed 1st princess ,while Relebohile Makhethe came in 2nd princess. Among the contestant three were awarded Miss popularity- Neo Rankone, Miss Personality Poelano and Miss Photogenic Nafisa Roza. The 18-year-old star, from Ha Thetsane in Maseru, beat 10 beauties to walk away. Newly Miss Machabeng indicated that winning to her means that she has been granted the opportunity to represent the school in a way that it deserves to be advocated. It is more than just a crown and sash, but rather about helping the school grow and giving it the good name it deserves in the community. Beauty Queen was so ecstatic when she learned that she was selected as pageant Queen. “I was shocked to say the least, I would not say the best, and rather I was the lucky one,” she said. Winning the title, Mosito noted that though she once entered Miss Liberty last year held at Maseru Preparatory School, Saturday was nerve- wrecking and fun at the same time at the beginning. “I was just over thinking things, but as soon as we got on stage for our introduction, I relaxed a little and just had fun”. She also mentioned that during Miss Liberty 2015 beauty pageant she was bit more worried since she was told she have a “guy-ish”
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walk which she had to fix and she took the advice as a stepping stone. “Therefore when Miss Machabeng came along, I was able to at least grasp that change and apply. She continues. “I owe my thanks to Molulela Monyake “Miss Tourism World” for coaching us and therefore I would say she is my idol because I admire her strength,” She proudly said. She further mentioned that, the
competition to her is important because she got to build new friendships with people it helped her to keep an open mind and also it was just fun to challenge, considering how beautiful the other contestants were and Challenges she faced at the moment consist of dealing with public appearances because she have a fear of being around large crowds. According to event organizer
With the Foundation which focuses on women empowerment as one of its program areas, it has now channeled its activities more. There is a concrete plan of action born from the challenges and breakthroughs of women awards,” said the now BAM Group Foundation President, Tšepang Mosena. This year will see men now included at the Finite Wo-Men appreciation Awards under various categories which are intended to encourage men to support more the numerous initiatives towards empowered societies where women are not lagging behind. “It is really difficult, if not impossible, to pledge for parity in dif-
ferent spaces of growth, leadership and development if men feel sidelines or are not eager to join in this enormous task that challenges the status quo, ” said Mosena. The 5th Finite Wo-Men Appreciation Awards are set to be held at the end of August 2016 since the introduction of the first awards in 2012. The nominations into the different categories commence today and everyone is invited to scout carefully in their communities. This is the time to identify all women who are working very hard towards the upliftment of their societies and communities, as well as the men who are making an effort to encourage or appreciate such
Molulela Monyake Miss MC 2016 was the second edition. Hosted by the MC yearbook club. It’s an event aimed at raising money for the yearbook. As a former student I believe it is my duty to work with the school and its students to help where I can. “I think we all owe our communities something for helping contribute to the people we have become.” She said. “The turnout was very good, it rained a little and we had to make adjustments but the show went on and became a success. Suppose the rain was God showering us with blessings.” “There are always challenges really some that we don’t even notice once we have overcome them. They are only ever really momentary ones. But with the assistance of my team primarily, Mr Ryan Tantuan (yearbook coordinator& teacher), Vincent Ateka (yearbook editor & student), (Basia Sephelane (Senior Photographer and miss MC PRO & student)...we managed to tackle all challenges together. Molulela concluded. In an interview with Relax Thulo Monyake popularly known buy his stage name TMech from judges panel revealed that there was a standard judging criteria set by the school but what they were looking for was someone that has shown and proven dedication throughout the process, someone who is well spoken and can become a leader and role model. The crowd was entertained by famous dance crew KTA Kings took the students to another level with their creative dance styles and also Ntsietso, Khoanch were part of the
Finite introduces Male Awards! By staff reporter
MASERU- In an effort to align itself with the 2016 International Women’s Day, particularly on the theme of “Pledge for Parity”, BAM Group Foundation has encouraged Finite Magazine to extend its awards to deserving male champions in Lesotho. The 2016 Finite Women Appreciation Awards have therefore an improved twist to them, which will surely bring more excitement in Lesotho in August 2016. “Since introducing the Women Appreciation Awards, the magazine has always had to respond to its bias of appreciating women alone.
women. The nomination is done by filling the nomination forms which state the 10 categories for women and 5 categories for men. Mahloane who is the Chief Marketing Officer at BAM Group highlighted that “the nominations that are being launched today mark the first stage of the Finite awards, while later on top women and men in the different categories will be shortlisted for the voting stage, leading to the final awards stage.” She encouraged all to please follow Finite Magazine on Facebook and visit its website for developments towards the 2016 Finite WoMen Appreciation awards!
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More opportunities for Dj Vesta has been a DJ for three years. He attends school at Machabeng College. He sees himself performing all around South Africa in the next five years. “I don’t take any song requests because I always know what my crowd wants, even the shy crowd I know what to do to make them dance, I don’t try to be Black Coffee or Dj Shimza, I just be myself,” he confidently added. He told Relax that he would like to do music business and production in future but one will never know what life holds or has in store for them. As the young Dj, he stated that he is still a student but he could balance his school work and music, school work comes first and music after. He concluded that all he could say to his peers who want to be like him, they should be patient and believe in their God because no one will help them but their God. God is the only one who has the key to success according to him. He added that one should work hard in silence and let their success make noise.
By Bokang Tilo 16 year- old- Dj Vesta, born and bred in Maseru Naledi, is popularly known from winning the grand price of M70,000 and becoming the Vodacom superstars 2015 also sharing the stage with Oskido. He performed at 60 gigs including Vodacom suma feva, Oskidos birthday party and Cash time Life Maseru Invasion. He is heading to one of the biggest show in South Africa on the 27th March, 2016. In an interview with Relax, Dj Vesta stated that he loved music ever since he was 10 years. He started being a Dj in 2014 and was once a rapper. The dexterous young man added that he was the youngest Dj who won the competition of Vodacom superstars. He is also going to perform at one of the biggest shows in South Africa, Thembisa Easter Dj festival on the 27th March hosted by Dj Shimza and he is the only Lesotho actor. “I have a style of my own, no Dj in the country has my style, I just want be myself,” he explained. Dj Vestor further added that he Dj Vesta
Matsill ups his game! Jokobina Setlhare LERIBE- Tšeliso Thamae (19) grew up in Maputsoe popularly known by the name “Matsill” is about to release his single track titled “Showing up” on the date he is now arranging. In an interview with Relax, Matsill made it clear that the message behind his track is that he believes that time for everything is coming around. He is trying to show the world that even though he is not financially stable, he will definitely make it in the music industry. Matsill pointed out that he started out as a hip hop dancer. In 2011 he became interested in producing his own vibe. “I went to nearby studios popularly known as MBT with the help of Mokhothu and he introduced me to one of the heavy weight producer Motex and that is where I got a chance to record my debut track,” he stated. “I was able to convince my home boys to start our own studio since I had seen what was needed to put up a studio and started recording and from then it’s been another day, another lesson,” he explained. Matsill continued by saying that he is making a vow to his supporters and fans that he is showing up no
matter how low and unprofessional his talent is handled. He indicated that he is still learning in the music industry at the same time pursuing his dreams of becoming a superstar in the music; again he mentioned that currently he is working on a mix tape “Ambulance” abbreviated as #AMA Tape. “I’ve performed live, first I started out at 4fordy live Wednesdays, the crowd and other artists really got impressed and one night G bets managers once asked me freestyle about G bets, and that was before they opened up nationwide,” he explained. Apart from that, he performed a lot while he was in the Vodacom Superstars 2014/2015 with his brother 3Play and their duo was called Play ill and there is a lot of step up showed. He said the response was always overwhelming especially from judges like Dallas T and Mapule and the performance that he referred to as the highlight of his music career is the Spring Madness gig. That was on the 31 October 2015 where they opened up with 3Play and he performed on the same stage with big names like Khuli Chana, Duncan Zeus and local artist he looked up to like L tore, Nirex and Silent Fate.
He said he will forever treasure that experience. He concluded by saying that however he was faced by a challenge of not having a steady recording studio, where he doesn’t have to
book time or wait for another artist to finish up recording because it dropped his drive especially when he was a bit more prepared that they were. For now he is saving up for his own equipment.
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The word on NUL campus is ‘Intellectuals in Art’ By Mathabo Pakane National University of Lesotho (NUL) students have formed a newly emerged movement in January, entitled the “Intellectuals in Art –Artillects”. This is a platform for rappers, poets and vocalists, it host “Open Mic Session” In an interview with Relax Leisa Leisanyane, the founder of this platform, a 5th year Law student, well known by the stage name “ Pain killer ”, said he appreciate art in its many different forms, but mainly music. “The idea came to my mind end of last year, but got executed this year in January when we had our first Open Mic Session,” he said. He further explained that that on Sunday evenings around 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, they frequently have performances hosted under a street light in campus, where they perform in front of audience. Leisa indicated that he came up with the name of this platform because he believes that everyone in the University is an Intellectual in their area of study, so he took that, and combined it with art and came up with a name, Artillects. “Intel-
lectuals in Arts”. Leisa pointed out that the platform is formed by individuals from different brand and is not a hip hop group but it’s an Arts platform with two good drawer, one photographer and other different arts, eight rap-
pers and six poets. And that their big break is going to be first live show during the intervarsity on 16th March. He further explained that the movement is trying to first establish themselves as a brand within cam-
Newly emerged movement in January, entitled the “Intellectuals in Art – Artillects”.
pus, as this platform is for students on campus, as soon as they have established themselves, is then that they will start pouring outside. Leisa mentioned that some of the artists are working very hard to release their single and mixtapes. “Some of rappers have released mix tapes and singles in their individual capacity though.” One of them is Todd Jaiston who has an album coming sometime soon. He also dropped a single not so while ago. “My EP is in the pipeline as well. In fact, most of the rappers are working on something in their individual capacities. From the onset I told the guys this is not my thing, I may be the man behind the vision, but it’s not my thing. So, what I'm doing right now is to make sure I leave people with enough commitment and passion to run forward with the platform,” he stated. Lefa Mafoso, audience of the platform showed that it is very moving with different types of spoken art, and there are some really good and conscious acts that promise to be the future of this art in this country.
Discover new talent! By Keletso Nyareli TrillOG! Fresh upcoming hiphop artist. The group is formed of Tlali Moleko known as T Jay, Poulo Motjolopane best known as Ralph and Reitumetse Lehloenya also popularly known as Collin. Relax catches up with the trio about their music journey since the recent release of their debut hit sin-
gle “flying”. According to the trio, the debut single was released on 16 February 2016 and only performed it at K-Ash car wash based in Ha-Thetsane ( Dj Wicks annual birthday bash)and most recently were scheduled to perform at Miss Machabeng 2016 but unfortunately ending up not performing due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Explaining to Relax, TrillOG pointed out that their single track has become surprisingly popular that even when given a chance to perform for the second time, it will be much easy for their fans to sing along. “All the performances we have done this far went well without failure, the energy was off the hook, the stage and the audience were amazing,” said Ralph. Agreeing to the TrillOG member known as T Jay, the group formed as friends long before joining the music industry. They explained to Relax that they used to hang out as friend and that’s where they discovered they have one thing in common and that was the love of music and rapping. He pointed out that most of the time they would imitate their favorite hip hop artists adding that even went to an extent of performing to their school gigs in motive to showcase their talent. “Most of our other friends and majority of our schoolmates loved us and loved how we rapped and that was a motivation I could say,” he said. Explaining to Relax on what is
their music about, they pointed out that their lyrics are specifically about the modern culture, adding that their single “flying” has two meanings, one being beauty pageants and TrillOG swag. TrillOG admits that there are challenges they face as the new ‘kids’ in the music industry. Exclusively, they pointed out that since they are very new to music, saying it is hard to get recognition through broad casting on television or radios. They pointed out that it is a hustle to get their music played on air and it is one thing that they somehow need to tackle. They revealed that they only get their recognition through social media network and live performances. TrillOG also revealed that they are currently working on releasing their second new single titled “seriously” also they mentioned that they are currently busy with shooting a music video from their debut single titled “Flying”. “There are more singles coming, we will only be releasing singles till further notice,” concluded T Jay.
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Lebo laid to rest
By Tšeliso Tale LERIBE-One of the Lesotho Skateboard Association’s (LSA) staunchest members, Lebo Molapo was laid to rest on Saturday at his home in Maputsoe, Ha Mathata, in the district of Leribe. Lebo was an icon of Skateboarding in the country. He died in a car accident at Ha Motšoeneng Lithabaneng in Maseru. He was involved in a head on collision with a truck and died instantly. A Memorial Service had been held at Maseru United Church on Wednesday last week. The 25-year-old’s memorial service was attended by Basotho from all walks of life, artists, musicians, cyclists, skateboarders, friends, families, work mates and relatives. At the time of death, he was working at Husted’s Pharmacy in Maseru and had just married Kaitie Nyakallo Molapo. Lebo was amongst the founders of the Skateboard Association in the country and part of the first
Executive Committee, (EC) which launched the association in Katlehong. On the day, the Ministry of Gender and Youth, Sports and Recreation (MGYSR) was represented by Deputy Minister, ’Marefiloe ’Muso, Director of Sports, Puisano Tšosane, Recreation Manager, Moleboheng Sefali, Principal Sports and Recreation Officer Khotso Patsa, Chief Information Officer Maqalika Matsepe, Sports Organiser Moholi Tšoinyane, Maseru Sports and Recreation Officer Mosiuoa Pholo. The interim committee is made up of seven members and they are: Chairperson Tšepo Ramokotjo, Lebohang ‘Lebo’ Molapo Vice Chairperson, Tšepo Mohlakoana-Secretary General, Vice Secretary Taole Ramolulela as well as Letlotlo Lichaba and Makoae Sekhobe, members. The visitors’ crew was made up of the SAGRA chairperson Gabi Murray Roberts, Nelson Megan, Tones Salan all from Cape Town.
Lebo watching from behind at the launch
Lebo in action during his days
Purchase and Templeten Dale are from Durban. Skateboarder Hlalele Linake said, “I was inspired by Lebo Molapo when I saw him skating in the streets of Maseru, I then joined the Skateboard but he left us to work at Husteds Pharmacy but he would still assist us and organise sponsors for us. We had much to say about Lebo, but we did not get the chance
at the Memorial Service and we could not make it to Maputsoe, due to lack of funds.” Meanwhile, SKETECYC crew will host a Skateboard competition this coming Saturday at Post Office Building Car Parking Area for over 18 and under 18 categories. The competition will be strictly skating, rails and ramps. The competition is open to all skaters and boys and girls will have their sections.
Likuena to face Seychelles By Tšeliso Tale LESOTHO-The Lesotho National Senior Football Squad Likuena will face Seychelles for their first Confederations of African Football (CAF) fixture in the African Cup of Nations (Afcon). This is going to be the first test for Likuena Head Coach Moses Maliehe, who is doing very well in the domestic league with Maseru City Boys Matlama “Tse Putsoa,” since he came into Matlama camp. Moses managed to keep Matlama in the Top-4 teams in the 2015/16 Vodacom Premier League log standings after two seasons without qualifying for Top-4. Maliehe was in the Likuena camp previously, with Lesley Notsi as Head Coach. Maliehe began as Likuena Manager and was promoted to National Senior Football Team Assistant Coach. He also coached the Lesotho National Under-20 Squad Makoanyane XI as Head Coach and achieved good results. This means Maliehe is no stranger in the Likuena camp and he has the experience, but not as the head coach, so this is going to be his first test. Likuena will face Seychelles on the 18th March 2016 and Seychelles will follow Likuena back into the country for the second leg Afcon fixture on Wednesday the 21st March 2016 under flood-lights at Setsoto Stadium in Maseru. Maliehe and his technical team called Likuena into training camp four weeks ago, training at Lehakoe Recreation and Cultural Centre Gym for morning sessions and rejoining their clubs for evening sessions. Maliehe has decided to keep the same experienced technical team that was working with Lesley
Maliehe to give final selection soon
Notsi and Seephephe Matete. Likuena began the full time camp on the 21st till 23rd December 2015 when they are allowed to celebrate Christmas and came back into camp on the 4th January 2016. Likuena is made up of the following players from different Lesotho teams and different divisions: Goalkeepers-Daniel Jousse-LCS, Liteboho Mokhehle-Lioli and Teboho Ratelile-FC Likhopo. Defenders: Kopano Tseka-Lioli, Basia Makepe-Lioli, Motlomelo Mkhunazi-Sandawana, Sepiriti Malefane-Bantu, Mafa Moremoholo-Lioli, Bokang Sello-Lioli, Nkesi Rankhasa- Matlama. Midfielders: Tsoanelo Koetle-Lioli, Mohau Rammoneng-Liphakoe, Hlompho Kalake-Bantu, Kefuoe Mahula-Matlama, Jerry Kamela-Lioli, Litšepe Marabe-Bantu and Phafa Tšosane-Matlama.
Strikers: Tšepo Seturumane-LMPS, Jane Thaba-Ntšo-Matlama, Thabiso Brown-FC Kick4life, Lehlomela Ramabele-FC Likhopo, Tumelo Khutlang-Lioli, Thabo Seakhoa-LCS, Montoeli Sonopo-Lioli, Motlalepula Chabeli FC Kick4life and Tsotleho ‘Americano” Jane who is playing his football in the USA and he is now in America with his new club Jan Valez Mostar in Bosnia. Likuena head coach Moses Maliehe said, “I can only make comments about the Likuena match against Seychelles after I have made the final selection. As we speak Motlomelo Mkhunazi, the Sandawana defender is injured and Tšotleho Jane is not in the country but in the USA. But I am happy with the support I have from the association so far and it is my hope to beat Seychelles and knock them out and go into the next fixture.”
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MASERU-The Federation of International Basketball Associations (FIBA) is hosting a 10 day Development Basketball Coaching Course in the country, which started last week Tuesday, and will end on Thursday this week. This is part of the FIBA’s sponsorship to their stakeholders like Lesotho Basketball Association (LBA).This was requested by the LBA with the assistance of FIBA Advisor Lubomir Kutlober from Slovakia. FIBA sent Basketball Instructor Mr. Manuel Lito Cardballo from Namibia for the 10 day course and he is assisted by LBA Development Officer Fako Masupha. The theory part of the course is held at Bambatha Sports Arena in Maseru and some of the participants from the districts and are also accommodated at Bambatha, while the rest come from their respective homes and LBA provides them with meals during the course. The course instructor Mr. Manuel Lito Cardballo said, “This class has cooperative participants and they are willing to learn, we have had only three days together but I can tell I see a lot of difference from
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Course participants with Instructor from Namibia
the first day we met. For some of these participants, this is their first time they hold a Basketball but they can now bounce the ball around; some of them are coaches and they make my job very easy because they assist others. I was a Basketball player, coach and coach’s instructor. I have coached in China, England and Canada. In my class I have three women out 30 participants and they are doing very well. I am told that some come from the Lesotho high schools, some are teachers and others from Basketball Clubs. I am enjoying the time I spent with them,” he said. The participants come from Sofia High School, Hlotse High
School, St Patrick’s High School, Christ The King High School, Katse High School, Ntaote high School, Holy Trinity High School, Methodist High School, NALIS High School, St Stephens High School, Assumption High School, Matikoe High School, Bereng High School, Rovers, Mapoteng High School, Dahon High School, St Agenes High School, St Barabbas High School and Johnson Beaker. While Bokamoso Development Sides, Lichocha, Tigers and Buffalo Basketball Clubs are local clubs, at least the ten districts of Lesotho were represented. The three ladies who attend the course are Lebohang Palime, Tebello Lehloenya and ’Mamabitso Toloane.
Sports Minister launches Factory Games By Tšeliso Tale MASERU-The Minister of Gender and Youth, Sports and Recreation (MGYSR) Mathibeli Mokhothu last Friday launched the factory and textile Games at Thetsane at Thetsane Industrial Estate in Maseru. Mathibeli explained to the factory and textile workers that the Friday event was just the launch not the beginning of the games. At least 10 factories attended the ceremony and were given balls to prepare them before the games commenced. The opening remarks were by presented by the organisers of the event, Qamako Ntsene and Mopa Letseka. Initially there were 10 factories registered for these games, but at the ceremony on Friday 12 factories attended the event. There were also two other ministers supporting MGYSR. The two ministers were the Minister of Health Dr. ’Molotsi Monyamane and Assistant Minister of Home Affairs Phallang Monare, together with the Director of Home Affairs Tumelo Raboletsi. The three sports codes that will feature on the day will be Aerobics, Football and Netball. The Minister of Sports also told
Three Ministers with Factory Workers
the gathering that during the tournament there will be tents from the Ministry of Health which will be used for testing for different diseases such as HIV and AIDs, Diabetes, Cancer and High Blood Pressure. The Ministry of Home Affairs will also be registering the workers and the nearby villages and provide them with Birth Certificates and National Identity Documents. Mokhothu said, “We feel that as the government of Lesotho we have to have healthy nation to avoid diseases, during the games there will be tents from Ministry of Health to test HIV and AIDs, Diabetes, Can-
cer and High Blood, at the same time there will be Ministry of Home Affairs registering the workers and the nearby villages and providing them with Birth Certificates as well as National Identity Documents. “I would like to see you coming in large numbers and taking advantage of the services that will be brought to you. This is what we call ‘Service Delivery.’ On Election Day, you went to elect a government that would deliver services, so it is right to get the service. Today the government is bringing the services to you, since you spend most of your time in the factories.”
LESOTHO-Lesotho still has a long way to go before we can even hold one of any of the trophies of African Football glory. This was proved when one of the best Lesotho clubs with the best squad, Lioli Football Club lost against Vital ‘O of Burundi a fortnight ago at home. All the three goals scored on the day were scored by players from out of Lesotho including Lioli’s goal, which was scored by a foreigner, this is because they play in the professional leagues and they are insured. Junior Maba is also from one of those Africa countries and he has tested those leagues. Looking at Junior Maba, Lazola Jokojokwane, Nzenze Nkulu and others, their performance is extraordinary as compared to our players. There are Lesotho players who have represented the country’s national teams because they have played against these African players and benefited. All these clubs with foreign players are on top of the Lesotho League Standings. I am talking of Lioli, Bantu and Sandawana; they are followed by clubs with clear development structures and financial muscle, which makes it an unfair competition to improve our leagues. Lioli lost against a team that had brought a defensive squad, the team that came here to play a defensive game took advantage and won the game. Lioli is going to face a different team, the offensive team. Since they had left their best four strikers at home and they will be using them to attack Lioli and Lioli have to be ready and stop them by attacking them as well. Lioli have lost by a one goal margin but the biggest problem here is the two away goals Vital ‘O have scored. What can stop Lioli to overcome Vital ‘O and defeat Vital ‘O with a two goal margin and proceed to the next round? Only if they play like insured players and take risks attacking Vital ‘O from the first whistle to the end. They have nothing to lose or to protect at this stage even if they lose they have already lost. So many things have to be changed and moved into full professionalism before we hold an African Champion Trophy, but there is hope with the current Minister of Gender and Youth, Sports and Recreation that Lesotho is going in the right direction. The minister has taken Equetrim A (National Horse Racing Association) out of the hands of the Ministry officers into Lesotho Sports and Recreation Commission (LSRC), introduced projects of improving infrastructure by reconstruction of village football grounds and before the end of financial year the ministry will have completed Qacha’s Nek and Quthing football grounds. The Parliament of Lesotho will have to make it compulsory that the international companies invest in sports in the form of sponsorship to pay players and technical teams full time salaries, employ sports people and players, taking full control of the clubs named after the companies’ names.
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Matlama celebrate Lekhoaba’s first goal for the club
By Tšeliso Tale MASERU- Maseru City boys Matlama “Tse Putsoa” on Saturday beat Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) in the second leg of the 2015/16 Vodacom Premier League match played at Setsoto Stadium in Maseru on Saturday. This is after the two teams met three times this season in two different competitions. They first met in the first round match of the 2015/16 in 2015 and LDF defeated Matlama 2-0. The second match was played in the first leg of the Lesotho National Insurance Group (LNIG) Top-8 and LDF beat Matlama 1-0. In the second leg of the LNIG Top-8, LDF came from behind to equalise and played to 1-all draw. LDF knocked out Matlama on goal average of 2-1. On Saturday however, it was different story as Matlama won convincingly. They humbled LDF 3-2 to walk away with the clear 3 points.
Although Matlama won the match, they have shown signs of concentration lapses in the last minutes of the match, which gave LDF some chances to hustle for a draw. Matlama was the first to open the score sheet by Mabuthi Potloane when he beat LDF goalkeeper Likano Mphuthi in the air and headed the ball into an empty net, in the 39th minute of the match. The half time score was 1-0 in favour of the host team Matlama. LDF equalised in the second half by way of the legs of Motanyane Koporala after the Matlama goalkeeper failed to clear the ball in the 50th minute. Matlama extended their lead when Potloane made a quality cross from the right wing and Matlama striker Jane Thaba-Ntšo headed it into the net in the 68th Minute. Matlama substitute Hopolang ‘Lekhoaba’ Mohlalefi extended Matlama’s lead to 3-1 when he came dribbling from the left wing and passed the ball to Thaba-Ntšo
Motlalepula Chabeli takes control of the ball
Lazola Tjokotjokwane controls the ball
who set up the ball for Lekhoaba. Lekhoaba shot the ball into the LDF goal but hit the upright and Lekhoaba scored it at the second attempt to make Matlama lead 3-1 in the 74th minute. Once again, the Matlama goalkeeper Makhetha Thakeli made a similar mistake to the one that led to LDF’s first goal and LDF’s Thabo Mphethe put it at the back of the net in the 82nd. LDF put more pressure on Matlama and missed opportunities and Matlama nearly fell into the same trap as in the LNIG Top-8 second round match by sitting back defending and letting LDF come to them. Matlama head coach Moses Maliehe said, “It was easy to beat LDF this time around because they play one kind of football, they came with the same strategy they played in the LNIG Top-8 and this time we were prepared. Talking of concentration lapses, I agree with you because I saw lack of fitness because they were tired in the second half but the changes I made worked for us.” The substitute Lekhoaba did very well and he showed improvement during training session that he was ready to do something in the club. “I do not put players on the team list on history. Players should prove to me during training session that they are ready to do the job. We are still fighting for the league title; it is not over,” said Maliehe. Motheo Mohapi, LDF head coach was not happy with some decisions by match official Osias Koto and was blaming everybody saying, “No one likes LDF and we just play football because we have to; we are not expecting our players to get picked for any national team and everybody is against us; I mean all Lesotho Football Association stakeholders. So many things are
happening. I am talking about the Linare match that we could have won but because the match officials did not want us to win, we could not win the match. People bring politics into our football and this is unfair.” The match between the two teams was like a LNIG Top-8 photo copy, the only difference in the match is the number of goals scored and the players, since Matlama had Nkesi Rankhasa, John ‘Mbazo’ Mohai and Phafa Tsosane start the match. In the second match of the day, at the same venue, Kick4life and the visitors Linare played to 0-0 draw. This was a fair result since the two teams played the same kind of football and no one was dominating, both playing the basics. The two teams were well organised in defense, protecting their goal posts very well and their goalkeepers were not tested, defending very well while in the middle it was 50/50 ball possession. The two teams’ strikers tried to penetrate the back wall but found it very difficult since the defense was doing very well. In the other match played at Maputsoe in Leribe, the visitors Lioli humiliated the host Mphatlalatsane 6-1 showing their intentions to defend the champions’ title they won in 2014/15. On Sunday Bantu beat FC Likhopo a painful 1-0, Lazola Tjokotjokwane’s goal coming late in the second half and Bantu advanced to position five of the league log standings. In the other games played on Sunday results are as follows: Likila lost 0-2 to Lesotho Correctional Services (LCS) in the match which was played at Butha Buthe, Liphakoe defeated Sandawana 1-0 in the match which was played at Liphakoe’s home ground in Quthing and Roma Rovers lost 1-2 to Lesotho Mounted Police Services (LMPS).