Africa Lesotho The Minister of Health has urged the Tšehlanyane community to allow girls aged 9 to 14 years to receive Human Papillomavirus Vaccine; he received reports that some parents are reluctant to allow children to be vaccinated due to different beliefs
Africa Lesotho The government set up a commission of enquiry to investigate the prisoner escape and alleged torture of inmates at the Maseru Central Correctional Institution in December 2023
Africa Lesotho First National Bank-Lesotho officially launched its credit card tracking programme to improve financial inclusion and facilitate payments
Africa Lesotho 3-year Rapid Rural Transformation project will begin in Ha-Mohlakoana area; initiative of WFP and other partners, it aims to create a hub powered by solar energy, adequate water resources, and information and communication technologies in remote areas
Africa Lesotho Amnesty International called on authorities to investigate torture of inmates at Maseru Correctional Institution after Ombudsman highlighted patterns of human rights violations, including torture, excessive use of force and denial of medical care