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Thousands of African winter skiing tourists are flocking to snowy Lesotho

Lesotho's Afriski Mountain Resort attracts thousands of winter visitors annually. This unique sub-Saharan ski destination offers slopes for all skill levels. Artificial snow machines ensure operations throughout the Southern Hemisphere's winter season. Tourism contributes significantly to Lesotho's economy and provides employment opportunities. Visitors experience local culture and enjoy unique souvenirs…

The Economic Times

The African ski destination that you’ve probably never heard of

Thousands of people flock to sub-Saharan Africa’s only ski resort every year

The Independent UK

Lesotho’s mountain life was harsh for early humans: fire made all the difference

When imagining our early human ancestors in prehistoric Africa hundreds of thousands of years ago, one might envision trekkers plodding across a savanna, baking under an equatorial sun.

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New bridge helps cement Lesotho as water lifeline for South Africa’s economic hub

A newly built bridge in Lesotho is set to nearly double its water exports to South Africa

The Independent UK

Sentebale Scandal: Why Prince Harry Is Facing Fresh Legal Action Over Charity 'Harm'

Sentebale, the HIV charity co‑founded by Prince Harry in memory of Princess Diana, has launched a defamation case against the duke and former trustee Mark Dyer, accusing them of orchestrating a damaging media campaign.

International Business Times UK

Prince Harry Sued by AIDS Charity He Co-Founded in Africa 2 Years After Resignation

Prince Harry is embroiled in a legal battle with Sentebale, the charity he co-founded, over defamation claims. Discover the details of this unprecedented lawsuit.

International Business Times UK

Trump's Mercurial, Constantly Changing Import Taxes Took American Businesses on a Wild Ride

There was little rhyme or reason to the president's "emergency" tariffs, which fluctuated wildly depending on his mood.

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The Lesotho Highlands Water project is 40 years old and going strong: but history weighs on its successes

Big projects bring big hopes and big dreams. They also bring big disappointment when they don’t deliver on all the promises. Even when the projects work as they are supposed to.

The Conversation

Bats, bushbabies and aardvark edge closer to extinction in southern Africa

A new list of threatened mammals in South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini shows that 11 more species have edged closer to extinction since 2016. Those that have joined the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s regional Red List for mammals at risk are: Lesueur’s hairy bat, the laminate vlei…

The Conversation

‘I thought it was going to perish’: the remarkable revival of an endangered language in Lesotho

Concentrated among 1,000 people in the remote Daliwe valley, siPhuthi has gained a dictionary, a Bible translation and official recognition thanks to intrepid linguists and activists

The Guardian - UK

‘The pressure is too much’: Lesotho’s garment workers on the frontline of Trump tariffs

Women gather outside factories hoping for work as the economy struggles under US export taxes

The Guardian - UK

Fossil science owes a debt to indigenous knowledge: Lesotho missionary’s notes tell the story

For over a century, the scientific literature has credited western missionaries with “discovering” fossils in Lesotho, the small, mountainous country surrounded by South Africa.

The Conversation

Call to put child welfare at the heart of business regulation in Africa

Plagued by child labour and other harmful industrial practices, countries in Africa have a duty to regulate business and hold companies to account for violating children's rights, experts told a conference in Lesotho this week.

Radio France Internationale

PHOTO ESSAY: Lesotho faces deep uncertainty after tariff threats and foreign aid cuts

In the wake of massive U.S. cuts in foreign aid as well as tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump’s administration, the small southern African country of Lesotho faces deep uncertainty over its fight to end the HIV epidemic and its economy.

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Fear and worry in Lesotho: Photos show those affected as US aid cuts affect care for HIV patients

For the 2.3 million residents of Lesotho, the announcement of massive cuts to the U.S. aid that sustained much of the small African nation’s health care system came as a shock. The country long had one of the world’s highest HIV infection rates but recently made notable progress and hit…

The Independent UK

US aid cuts deal a massive blow for the small African nation of Lesotho: Takeaways from AP's report

In the wake of massive U.S. cuts to foreign aid, the tiny country of Lesotho in southern Africa faces deep uncertainty and worry over its HIV-positive residents

The Independent UK

Trump’s aid cuts reverse decades of HIV progress in tiny African nation

With the single stroke of Trump’s pen, much of a system credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives was dismantled

The Independent UK

Nigeria team plane forced into emergency landing after suffering damage mid-air

The men’s football team were travelling home following a victory over Lesotho in a 2026 World Cup qualifier match

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Evening Standard

Nigeria team plane forced to make emergency landing after windscreen cracks in mid-air

Problem occurred as the Super Eagles were travelling back from World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in South Africa

Radio France Internationale

Road to 2026: Gabon gets four goals and red card, Benin, Nigeria snatch key win

Plenty of action in the African 2026 World Cup qualifying on Friday, with Gabon's star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who scored four goals against Gambia. Group C leaders Benin won 1-0 in Rwanda to go two points clear of South Africa, who could only draw 0-0 with Zimbabwe. Nigeria defeated Lesotho 2-1…

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How to watch Lesotho vs Nigeria: Live streams as Super Eagles handed World Cup 2026 lifeline

Victory for Nigeria would renew hope of a 2026 World Cup spot – here's how to watch Lesotho play Nigeria online from anywhere today.

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Lesotho vs Nigeria on FIFA+ — it's *FREE*

Nigeria travel to Lesotho knowing that a win is imperative for their World Cup hopes. Here's how you can watch for free from anywhere in the world.

The Independent UK

Lesotho vs Nigeria live: Super Eagles have slim lead as Kalake set up tense finish in crucial World Cup qualifier

Nigeria will feel they need maximum points to keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive

Evening Standard

Lesotho vs Nigeria LIVE: World Cup qualifier result, latest updates and reaction after crucial Super Eagles win

The hosts threatened a late comeback but were eliminated from World Cup contention

Radio France Internationale

Road to 2026: Nigeria knuckle down as South Africa seek to claw back points

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle urged his squad to focus on beating Lesotho in their penultimate game in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, not on the permutations emerging from the other fixtures in the pool.

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