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China's exports to Africa are soaring amid trade war
The Economic Times
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September 8, 2025
China has racked up a $60 billion trade surplus with Africa so far in 2025, nearly surpassing last year's total, as Chinese companies redirect trade to the region while President Donald Trump's tariffs crimp the flow of goods into the United...
KING LETSIE III HONORED FOR CHAMPIONING LHWP
Lesotho News Agency
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August 14, 2025
by LENAAugust 14, 2025August 14, 2025092 Share0 Maseru, Aug. 14 — The Africa Water Investment Summit taking place in Cape Town has honoured King Letsie III for his exceptional leadership in championing the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP),...
Lesotho wants to overhaul water deal with SA
Lesotho Times
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August 13, 2025
Moroke Sekoboto THE government of Lesotho is close to negotiating a radical overhaul of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Treaty under which the country supplies water to South Africa, particularly to oil the industrial hub of Gauteng....
Lesotho.biz – A Smart Digital Asset Investment
AfricaBusiness.com
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August 13, 2025
The domain name Lesotho.biz is more than just a web address—it is a premium, brandable digital asset that carries the name of an entire country. Short, memorable, and highly relevant, it is ideally positioned for businesses, organizations, and...
Kingdom of Lesotho
Informative
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August 13, 2025
Kingdom of Lesotho Ministry of Natural Resources Specific Procurement Notice Invitation for Bids [IFB] Small Works (One-Envelope Bidding Process) IFB Number: AfDB/LRWSSP/W02B Employer: Ministry of Natural Resources (Commission of Water) Project:...
Lesotho bans key food imports to boost local farming
Food For Mzansi
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August 13, 2025
Lesotho’s government, through the agriculture ministry, has announced restrictions on the importation of eggs, cabbage, and potatoes. The directive, communicated by the minister of gender, youth and social development, Pitso Lesaoana, on behalf of...
LESOTHO AGRICULTURAL FAIR DRAWS CROWDS, BOOST ECONOMY
Lesotho News Agency
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August 13, 2025
by LENAAugust 13, 2025August 13, 20250111 Share0 Maseru Aug. 13 – Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP) and Smallholder Agriculture Development Project(SADP) has held the Lesotho...
Lesotho Confronts Economic Storm: U.S. 50 % Tariff Surge Sparks Uncertainty
Informative
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August 13, 2025
By: Abubacar Jabbie Lesotho is facing a new wave of economic uncertainty following the imposition of a 50% tariff on its exports to the United States, introduced under a broader protectionist policy revival by the Trump administration. The policy...
Ghana gets new IMF Resident Representative
GhanaWeb
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September 8, 2025
Dr Adrian Alter has assumed office as the new International Monetary Fund Resident Representative for Ghana. He assumed the role on September 2, 2025, replacing his predecessor, Leandro Medina, who was appointed in 2022. Ghana is currently in its...
Tariffs devastate textile dependant Lesotho
Ecotextile News
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August 21, 2025
MASERU - US President Donald Trump's tariff policy has reportedly left the tiny African country of Lesotho - and its key textile industry - in crisis with thousands of jobs lost. Trump threatened Lesotho with a 50% tariff in April and although...
Lesotho Launches 2025 Human Development Report, Focusing on AI’s Role in Development
South Africa Today
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August 12, 2025
The Government of Lesotho, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has unveiled its 2025 Human Development Report (HDR) under the theme “A Matter of Choice: People and Possibilities in the Age of AI.” The report, a...
Lesotho charts AI future
Public Eye
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August 12, 2025
National strategy aims to harness technology for human development MOSA MAOENG MASERU – At the launch of Lesotho’s 2025 Human Development Report (HDR) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), a resounding message...
Lesotho launches Regulatory Forum
Public Eye
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August 12, 2025
BOKANG MOSHOESHOE MASERU – In a momentous move towards strengthening regulatory cooperation in the country, Revenue Services Lesotho (RSL) has joined hands with nine of the country’s leading regulatory and enforcement institutions to officially...
South Africa to get its first Walmart-branded store later this year
Engineering News
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NYSE-listed Walmart plans to open its first branded stores in South Africa later this year, in a strategic move that underscores its commitment to making high-quality, affordable merchandise accessible to more customers. “Walmart’s South African...
World Cup Qualifier: Chelle confident Nigeria can deliver against South Africa despite Osimhen blow
Premium Times
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September 9, 2025
Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, has urged his Super Eagles to remain focused and calm ahead of their must-win clash against South Africa in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Free State Stadium. Speaking at his pre-match press...
Looking into the laws that guide the governance of Basotho ba Lesotho, get to know the National Youth Development Bill, 2024.
Informative
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August 20, 2025
So what is it? It is a BILL for An Act to establish youth institutional structures; to provide for their functions and programs towards a meaningful youth development in Lesotho and for related matters. ENACTED by the Parliament of Lesotho....
CBL RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR ETHICAL PROCUREMENT
Lesotho News Agency
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August 19, 2025
Maseru, Aug.19 – The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has been awarded the 2025 Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply Award by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), making it the first institution in the Kingdom to receive this...
After Trump Tariff Hit, Lesotho Turns to Asia and Other Markets
Mint
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August 19, 2025
Lesotho is courting buyers in Asia and elsewhere for its textiles after producers were battered by the uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump’s new tariff regime and has already secured new business from neighboring South Africa. “We...
After Trump tariff hit, Lesotho turns to Asia and other markets for textiles
FashionNetwork India
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August 19, 2025
By Bloomberg Published August 19, 2025 Lesotho is courting buyers in Asia and elsewhere for its textiles after producers were battered by the uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump’s new tariff regime and has already secured new...
Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Prediction and Betting Tips | September 9, 2025
Sportskeeda
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September 9, 2025
Zimbabwe will welcome Rwanda to Orlando Stadium as they clash in the FIFA World Cup qualification campaign on Tuesday. Zimbabwe suffered their third defeat on matchday seven as they lost 1-0 against Benin to confirm their exit from the race for...