26 February 2024 by Lerato Matheka Est Read Time: 12 min(s) 19 sec(s) Listen to this article: Mohlomi Mental Hospital stands accused of abusing patients. Management promises to investigate abuse allegations. Credit: Newsday With each crinkle, *Reitumetse Mohai’s throat emitted a subdued, rasping noise as she swallowed pages of her passport. [...]
23 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 20 sec(s) Listen to this article: Freelance journalist, Liapeng Raliengoane, advocates for increased SRHR awareness in Lesotho. Credit: Provided Photo. “The youth of Leribe once shared with me their struggles in accessing healthcare services during rainy days due to overflowing [...]
21 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 43 sec(s) Listen to this article: Baroane Phenethi, Head of Health Education at Lesotho’s Ministry of Health, speaks to media practitioners about Covid-19 oral medication. Credit: Provided Picture. A sharp chill slices through Selemeng Matsoso’s back, prompting a shiver she [...]
19 February 2024 by Mamohlakola Letuka Est Read Time: 7 min(s) 42 sec(s) Quthing farmers display their produce at the launch of a four-year food program designed to strengthen the local economy by creating a market for farmers and ensuring children have access to nutritious meals. Credit: Provided. At Mohlakoana Primary [...]
16 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 6 min(s) 10 sec(s) Listen to this article: Thetsane youth demonstrate female condom usage at the commemoration of the International Condom Day on 13 February 2024 in Maseru. Credit: Limpho Sello In the vibrant community of Ha Thetsane in capital Maseru, the [...]
14 February 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi Est Read Time: 7 min(s) 37 sec(s) Listen to a Sesotho Interview: 28-year-old ‘Makeabetsoe Mokoena is HIV positive. She claims Molikaliko Health Centre turned her away a month before delivering her third child. Credit: Pascalinah Kabi. The water moves steadily but gently, creating a soft [...]
12 February 2024 by Pascalinah Kabi Est Read Time: 9 min(s) 34 sec(s) Credit: The Plight of Rare Diseases in Southern Africa: Health and Social Services Policy Recommendations. “I would be told to do squats as punishment. But I cannot even do simple squats, my medical condition doesn’t allow me.” Amidst [...]
Dr Mohamed Zahir, third from left, attended a national human genetics stakeholders meeting co-organised by Tanzania Human Genetics Organisation and the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR). Credit: Aneth David. In Lesotho, as in many African countries, the challenge of rare diseases persists, often exacerbated by the absence of newborn [...]
7 February 2024 by Nthatuoa Koeshe Embark on a journey beyond the headlines and bylines, where the untold stories of resilience, passion, and sacrifice come to life. Join us as we uncover the profound narratives of six Lesotho journalists, delving into the challenges they face, the victories they celebrate, and [...]
5 February 2024 by Limpho Sello Est Read Time: 8 min(s) 3 sec(s) ‘Makhauhelo Tlouoe, aged 43, is a cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with a rare cancer condition called choriocarcinoma in 2020. Credit: Makhauhelo Tlouoe. A persistent wave of nausea washes over Makhauhelo Tlouoe, signalling the onset of pregnancy. Simultaneously, [...]