In Lesotho, men are challenging traditional gender roles by actively participating in routine childhood immunisation, a task typically seen as a woman's responsibility. The Mantsopa Institute, in collaboration with UNICEF and the Lesotho Ministry of Health, is spearheading a campaign to involve men in public health initiatives. Key figures like Kiti Mokebe and Neo Ramatla are setting examples by taking their children and grandchildren for vaccinations, despite societal mockery. The campaign aims to break down patriarchal barriers and improve immunisation rates, with the Ministry of Health emphasizing the importance of male involvement in decision-making for family health.

Solar kiosks in Lesotho are providing essential services to rural communities, enabling them to charge phones and power banks. These kiosks, operated by entrepreneurs like Molatelle, are crucial for farmers who rely on mobile phones to combat livestock theft. Companies like One Power are expanding off-grid electricity access, while the Lesotho government is working on a large-scale solar plant. Despite some financial challenges and controversies, solar power is becoming an important tool for rural development and agricultural support in Lesotho.

The article investigates the financial and operational challenges faced by the Queen ‘Mamohato Memorial Hospital in Lesotho, which is run by a public-private partnership led by South African hospital group Netcare. The partnership is consuming nearly a third of Lesotho's health budget, and Netcare has applied to the Lesotho High Court for judicial management, claiming the consortium owes it millions for services provided. The article discusses the hospital's impact on the nation's health budget and the controversy surrounding the contract's terms, including allegations of overcharging and lack of services. Oxfam has criticized the contract for posing a financial risk to the government, and former Lesotho Health Minister ‘Molotsi Monyamane has called the model flawed. The World Bank, which advised on the deal, is urged to take responsibility for the contract's flaws. The article also covers the dispute between Netcare and local shareholders over the management and financial practices within the consortium.

The Patising and Maloraneng communities near Letšeng Diamond Mine in Lesotho are experiencing severe water contamination, with streams running dark blue and causing illness and death. Despite the mine's claims of managing pollution, reports reveal high levels of nitrates and sulphates in the water, exceeding safety standards. The mine, partly owned by Gem Diamonds and the Lesotho government, faces legal action from villagers fearing for their safety. Environmental audits and independent studies confirm the contamination, urging further investigation and remediation efforts. The Lesotho government is implementing environmental rehabilitation programs, but the issue remains contentious.

Lesotho's textile industry, supplying garments to American fashion brands, is causing severe environmental and health issues due to water pollution and dangerous working conditions. Factories like Formosa Textiles are linked to water contamination in Maseru and Maputsoe, with workers and residents suffering from chronic health problems. Despite the significance of clean water, Lesotho is projected to become water stressed by 2025. The Water Witness International report highlights pollution in five African countries, with untreated effluent from textile factories killing river life. The African Growth and Opportunity Act has facilitated the industry's growth, but at a high cost to the environment and public health.

Lesotho has sold large quantities of water to South Africa, earning significant revenue, but local communities near the dams have not benefited from this wealth. Villagers struggle to access clean water, facing contaminated sources and broken infrastructure. The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority and the Department of Rural Water Supply have not resolved the issue, leading to health problems and a heavy burden on women and children. The situation is exacerbated by allegations of corruption and mismanagement of funds, with little improvement in the affected communities' living conditions.

Communities near Lesotho's largest dams struggle to access clean water despite the country's lucrative water sales to South Africa. Villagers face health issues from contaminated water, while government agencies dispute responsibility for infrastructure maintenance. The Lesotho Highlands Water Project, though praised for regional cooperation, has not benefited local communities, leading to criticism of both Lesotho and South African governments for mismanagement and corruption. The ongoing water scarcity severely impacts daily life, particularly for women and children, and raises concerns about future dam projects.

The article highlights the life of Motoana Tlali, a miner from Lesotho who worked in South African gold mines for 32 years to support his family. Despite the dangerous and grueling conditions, including witnessing a fatal accident, Tlali persevered until his death from pneumonia at 68. His story, part of Euronews' Cry Like a Boy series, sheds light on the sacrifices and pressures faced by mining families in Lesotho. Tlali's son, Tlali Benedict Tlali, aspires to follow in his father's footsteps, viewing mining as a path out of poverty.

Thousands of men in Lesotho, pressured to provide for their families, work as illegal miners in dangerous conditions. The podcast 'Cry Like a Boy' explores their struggles, highlighting the double trauma they face: abuse in the mines and rejection at home if they return empty-handed. The story draws parallels with European migrant miners' hardships, emphasizing the persistent pressure on men to be sole breadwinners and the psychological toll it takes. The narrative underscores the universal and historical nature of these challenges, affecting men across different cultures and eras.

Thousands of men in Lesotho face immense pressure to provide for their families, often resorting to illegal mining under dangerous conditions. The podcast episode explores the lives of these miners, their struggles, and the socio-economic pressures that drive them to work in clandestine mines. The narrative also draws parallels with historical migrant miners in Europe, highlighting the persistent and damaging expectations placed on men as primary breadwinners. The episode features insights from local journalist Pascalinah Kabi and academic Joanna Syrda, and includes music by Rocco Granata and Selimo Thabane.