Lesotho’s Permanent Representative to the UN Meets UN Women Deputy Executive Director

Ambassador H.E. Matete ‘Nena, the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Lesotho to the United Nations, paid a formal courtesy visit to Ms. Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, UN Women Deputy Executive Director for Normative Support, UN System Coordination, and Programme. The meeting followed Lesotho’s election as one of ten African Member States to serve on the UN‑Women Executive Board for the 2026–2028 term. This achievement represents a significant milestone in Lesotho’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

During the discussion, Ambassador ‘Nena expressed gratitude for the warm reception and the opportunity for a constructive exchange of ideas. He emphasized the importance of clarity, collaboration, and shared purpose as Lesotho prepares to assume its responsibilities on the UN‑Women Executive Board. The Ambassador highlighted Lesotho’s readiness to contribute meaningfully to the Board’s work on promoting gender equality and supporting women’s empowerment globally.

Ambassador ‘Nena reaffirmed Lesotho’s dedication to advancing UN Women’s mandate through multilateral cooperation. He underscored the country’s commitment to initiatives that eliminate discrimination, expand opportunities for women and girls, and strengthen policies that foster gender equity. The meeting also highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships and coordinated efforts to achieve tangible results in gender equality.

Both parties concluded the meeting with optimism about the opportunities ahead. They expressed commitment to deepening collaboration and leveraging Lesotho’s role on the Executive Board to support programs and policies that empower women and promote inclusive development.

Lesotho’s election to the UN‑Women Executive Board underscores the country’s active engagement in global efforts to achieve gender equality. Through this platform, Lesotho aims to champion initiatives that improve the lives of women and girls and contribute to international progress on gender-related development goals.