New Office for Peace Corps Lesotho
Ambassador Matthew Harrington and Foreign Affairs Minister Tlohang Sekhamane, together with visiting Peace Corps Chief of staff Laura Chambers presided over a dedication of the new Peace corps building in Maseru. Read more…
50 Years of Lesotho Independence
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has congratulated Lesotho on its 50 years of Independence. Click "Story" to read the full message. You can also view a video message from Ambassador Matthew Harrington on the same occasion by clicking "Video".
Hydeia Visits Lesotho
American HIV/AIDS activist Hydeia Broadbent was in Lesotho in September. During her visit, Ms. Broadbent met with a wide variety of Basotho groups and individuals that included HIV/AIDS activists, legal advocates, Ministry of Health representatives, and young people.
Celebrating U.S./Lesotho Partnership
As part of celebrating Lesotho’s 50 years of independence and 50 years of partnership with the U.S., we hosted award-winning American singer Maya Azucena. She conducted master classes, workshops and performed in multiple shows with many Basotho artists such as Jazz legend Bhudaza Mapefane and Serumula Choir.
July 4th Reception 2016
U.S. Embassy Maseru hosted the annual Independence Day reception in Maseru. Many government ministers and officials, other leaders from parastals, NGOs, business and varied sectors graced the 240th celebration of U.S. independence.
Consular Notice
- Important Notice to citizens of South Africa: Please be advised that the U.S. Embassy in Maseru is not currently able to process routine Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) for South African citizens. Click here to read more...
