Lesotho News

Maseru—For many Basotho living with epilepsy, daily life is shaped not only by seizures but also by the silence and stigma that often surround the condition. Children are kept out of school, adults are denied opportunities and families carry a quiet burden of fear and misunderstanding. 

As Lesotho joined the global community in commemorating World Epilepsy Day, this reality was brought into sharp focus, alongside a renewed call for action to ensure dignity, inclusion and hope for all.

Qacha’s Nek—High in the mountains of Lesotho, where villages cling to steep slopes and winding paths cut through valleys, a remarkable health campaign unfolded. The measles-rubella (MR) vaccination drive reached even the most remote corners of Qacha’s Nek and Mokhotlong Districts, led by the determination of Village Health Workers (VHWs), local chiefs, and parents who refused to let geography stand in the way of their children’s health.

Berea—Preparations for Lesotho’s upcoming Measles-Rubella Supplementary Immunization Activities (MR SIAs) are in full swing, with a key Training of Trainers (TOT) session recently completed in Berea District. The nationwide vaccination campaign will run from 20–24 October 2025, followed by mop-up efforts from 25–27 October in areas with low coverage.

Leribe—In Lesotho, most men face silent struggles regarding their health. They are less likely to seek medical help, get tested for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), or stay on treatment, often due to stigma, harmful gender norms, and limited access to male-friendly services. These barriers have left men behind in key health outcomes, putting their lives and the well-being of their families at risk.

Maseru—Lesotho is taking decisive steps to confront a growing health challenge, the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

Maseru—The Ministry of Health, with technical and financial support from the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office and the WHO Regional Office for Africa (AFRO), conducted a comprehensive review and optimization of Environmental Surveillance (ES) sites across Lesotho. The mission was undertaken with the participation of a WHO AFRO-deployed expert, Dr. Daudi Manyanga, VPDs Surveillance Officer, who provided technical guidance throughout the assessment process.

Maseru—In a bid to strengthen coordination between human and animal health sectors, Lesotho’s Ministries of Health, Agriculture and Food Security, and Environment in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH), convened a three-day National Bridging Workshop in Maseru District.

Maseru—To address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases and injuries (NCDIs), the Ministry of Health, supported by the World Health Organization (WHO), NCDI Poverty Network, and other partners, launched a National Multi-sectoral NCDIs Coordinating Mechanism. The high-level event brought together key stakeholders from across sectors, marking a significant milestone in Lesotho’s commitment to strengthening its response to NCDIs.

Mohale’s Hoek—The Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), has successfully conducted a Typhoid After Action Review (AAR) in Mohale’s Hoek district. This important exercise is part of the International Health Regulations (IHR) monitoring framework, designed to evaluate the effectiveness of preparedness and response to public health emergencies.

This is the first AAR conducted in Lesotho, marking a milestone in the country’s commitment to implementing the IHR monitoring framework and strengthening national health security.

Butha Buthe—The Ministry of Health hosted a colourful national event in Butha Buthe District to commemorate World Blood Day, honouring voluntary blood donors, under the inspiring theme, "Give Blood, Give Hope - Together we save lives".