Lesotho Government

PHOTOS: The Prime Minister Sam Ntsokoane Matekane, at Matlali to Lebakeng 45KM Road Project sod turning.

MATLALI–LEBAKENG ROAD UPGRADE PROJECT

June 11,2026 - The Prime Minister Samuel Matekane today launched the Matlali–Mosenekeng to Lebakeng Road Upgrade Project at ’Melikane, Qacha's Nek.

The launch was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Justice Nthomeng Majara, Cabinet Ministers Hon. Thabo Mofosi, Hon. Pitso Lesaoana, Hon. Matjato Moteane, Hon. Nthati Moorosi and Hon. Voeswa Tsheka, as well as local leaders, government officials and community members.

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Zarau Kibwe EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

REF: WBG/75/26 June 4, 2026

Honorable Adelaide Retselisitsoe Matlanyane
Governor, World Bank Group and
Minister of Finance and Development Planning
Maseru, Kingdom of Lesotho

Dear Honorable Governor,

Research Analyst Position in the Executive Director Office, Africa Group 1 Constituency

I wish to inform you of a vacancy for a Research Analyst position in the Office of the Executive Director for the Africa Group 1 Constituency at the World Bank Group, based in Washington, DC. The role was initially introduced as a temporary pilot position for multi-country constituency offices and was subsequently approved for institutionalization in recognition of its value in strengthening capacity.

In line with the mandate given by Governors to enhance diversity, strengthen institutional capacity, and promote knowledge transfer across the Constituency, this position is designed to provide a unique opportunity for qualified professionals from Africa Group 1 member countries who have not previously served at the World Bank Group or the International Monetary Fund. The selected candidate will support the coordinating role of Office of the Executive Director, undertake high-quality research and analytical work, contribute to the formulation of constituency positions, and help in enhancing stakeholder consultation and report quality through research and analysis, indicator and dashboard updates. The opportunity will enable the qualifying candidate to gain valuable experience and understanding of the operations of the World Bank Group and the global development policy environment and financial architecture.

We encourage strong applications and would be grateful for your support, Honorable Governor, in bringing this opportunity to the attention of suitably qualified candidates. This position is expected to contribute to capacity building, with the selected candidate returning to further contribute to national institutional capacity following the completion of the assignment after a period of 2 years.

Further details on the position, including responsibilities, selection criteria, and application procedures, are available at the World Bank Group’s career page or in the following link: external Careers Site or https://worldbankgroup.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/36945?c=worldbankgroup. The deadline for applications is June 19, 2026. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in disseminating this opportunity widely within your respective institutions.

Please accept, Honorable Governor, the assurances of our highest consideration.

Sincerely,

Zarau Wendeline Kibwe
Executive Director

Copy: Ms. Nthoateng Lebona, Alternate Governor, World Bank Group

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2026 POPULATION AND HOUSING STAKEHOLDER FORUM

June 10,2026-The Minister of Finance and Development Planning Hon.Retselisitsoe Matlanyane with Bureau of Statistics held a stakeholder forum on discussing the Population and Housing Census and its importance for national development

Honourable Retselisitsoe Matlanyane states that census is an important exercise because it helps the country know how many people live in Lesotho and where they are located. Accurate census data will assist the government in planning and delivering social services such as education, health care, housing, and infrastructure.

She highlited that the information collected will also help in the allocation of resources across different regions and support the monitoring of development progress.

Furthermore she noted that reliable data is essential for making informed decisions and ensuring that development programmes meet the needs of the population. However, challenges such as network connectivity in some areas may affect data collection and will need to be addressed to ensure the success of the census.

The government of Lesotho values the information gathered through census and encourages this important national exercise should countinuely be supported.

(By Relebohile Tsephe 📷 Lesotho Population And Housing Census 2026)