Mohlomi Moleko

Mohlomi Moleko is a Mosotho politician serving as the minister of Natural Resources in the cabinet of Sam Matekane of Lesotho since 2022.  A member of the Revolution for Prosperity (RFP) party, he served as acting minister of Energy in 2024 coordinating Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) and regional electrification projects.[1][2]

As minister of Natural Resources, he introduced a number of policies including water management with the introduction of digital hydronation, modern irrigation system, hydrogen fuel manufacturing and water sanitation such Lesotho Lowlands Water Development Project (LLWDP). He advocates for formalization of small-scale mining to boost local participation in mining especially in diamond.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ "Moleko's Belgium Visit Raises Questions Amidst Letšeng's Environmental Crimes". Pulitzer Center. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
  2. ^ "Lesotho: National Electricity Company 'Has No Funds'". Lesotho Times. 2025-03-31. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
  3. ^ "Lesotho-South Africa water project: The 'white gold' controversy". www.bbc.com. 2024-08-22. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
  4. ^ "Senzo Mchunu upbeat about 'progress' on Lesotho Highlands Water Project". TimesLIVE. 2022-12-10. Retrieved 2026-01-28.