Prime Minister Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane Opens 2025 Sebabatso Conference Highlighting Youth Empowerment and Innovation

The Right Honourable Prime Minister Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane officially opened the 2025 Sebabatso Conference, delivering a message focused on youth empowerment, innovation, and national transformation.

Reflecting on the past two years, the Prime Minister noted that Lesotho’s economy is gradually emerging as a beacon of hope. He emphasised that Sebabatso is more than a programme; it is a transformative movement aimed at unlocking the potential of the nation’s youth.

“This platform empowers young people to become drivers of development,” he stated. “It offers a space where ideas are cultivated and transformed into enterprises.”

Prime Minister Matekane highlighted the crucial role of innovation in shaping Lesotho’s future. He described Sebabatso as the engine of hope, a national guide uplifting Basotho to achieve greater heights. The programme has provided young innovators with tools, mentorship, and opportunities to translate their ideas into viable businesses.

The Prime Minister further explained that Sebabatso has significantly advanced entrepreneurship in Lesotho. The initiative encourages youth to dream bigger, act boldly, and embrace resilience. Through its support, local businesses have grown, new enterprises have emerged, and the youth sector has experienced tangible positive change.

He concluded by urging continued support for initiatives like Sebabatso, describing them as vital for building a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous future for Lesotho. The conference reinforced the government’s commitment to fostering youth-led development and innovation as key drivers of national transformation.