Lesotho: Gvt to Lower Taxes, Retirement Age to Boost Youth Employment

PRIME Minister Sam Matekane has announced a series of bold initiatives aimed at reducing unemployment in Lesotho, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for young people.

Among the measures, the government plans to lower taxes and reduce the retirement age in public service to 50 years.

This move, according to Mr Matekane, is designed to open up positions in the public sector for younger job seekers.

Speaking about the plan during a media briefing this week, Mr Matekane said, by…