Latest news in Lesotho? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
- Abduction and Assault of Prominent Journalist: International press freedom organizations, including the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and Amnesty International, have condemned the abduction and severe assault of Kananelo Boloetse, news editor at Newsday Media and human rights activist. Boloetse was abducted from his home in Katlehong, Maseru, assaulted by unidentified armed men, threatened with death over his investigative reporting, and later abandoned in Thaba-Bosiu. Human rights groups and local media organizations continue to urge Lesotho authorities to conduct an independent investigation and protect media personnel. International Federation of Journalists+ 2
- Infrastructure Crime Convictions Involving Lesotho Nationals: In South Africa, four Lesotho nationals were sentenced to a combined 41 years in prison for tampering with, stealing, and damaging essential City Power electricity infrastructure in Roodepoort, with deportation orders set following the completion of their sentences. Central News South Africa
- Agricultural and Food Security Developments: Recent seasonal assessments indicate that the country’s harvest has stabilized staple food access and market supplies across northern and foothill regions. However, earlier heavy rains and localized waterlogging in southern lowlands (including Mafeteng and Mohale’s Hoek) have caused partial crop losses for beans, potatoes, and maize. ReliefWeb+ 1