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UNIONS ALLOWED TO
STAGE PROTEST…but can merely read their petition and only submit by whatsapp >> Pg 4
If you want to achieve greatness stop asking for permission. ~Anonymous
CORONAVIRUS
Debunking MythsFACTSAntibiotics only work against bacteria not virusesNo specific medicine recommended for treatment, according to WHOPeople of all ages can be infected by the virusNo evidence to suggest that pets can be infected with the new virus
MYTHSAntibiotics are very effective in treating the new coronavirusHerbal remedies and other drugs can help treat the new virusNew Coronavirus only affects older peoplePets can spread the new coronavirus
Mobile network providers given ultimatum
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Bride devastated after wedding day hairdresser disaster over 'ugly' do
’Maesaiah’s bail hearing postponedThe High Court on Wednesday postponed the bail application of the wife of former Prime Minister Motsoahae Thabane who faces murder and attempted murder charges. The hearing which continues before Justice Thamsanqa Nomqcongo has been deferred to June 16 to give other procedural issues to be encompassed in the case.www.maserumetro.com
Basotho learners return to school in SAMonday morning saw Grades 7 and 12 learners from Lesotho assemble at the Maseru Bridge to return to South Africa as classes resume since the COVID-19 lockdown began. This is after the reopening of schools in South Africa was postponed from June 1 to June 8.www.maserumetro.com
Finding investment diamonds in the roughInvestors have been told that companies trading on SA’s stock exchanges are offering value and that now is the time for careful stock picking. At the same time, risks have never been higher. www.maserumetro.com
An American bride who hired two hairdressers to do her hair for her wedding day 'wished she'd done it herself' after they ignored what she wanted because it was "ugly"
For some women their wedding day is one of the most important days of your life with many dreaming of it since they were little girls.
So it's not a surprise that every
detail of the big day - from the choice of venue to their wedding dress - is planned to perfection.
Even smaller details like hair and make-up can be crucial to make a
bride feel her best on her big day.One bride from the US had a very
specific vision for exactly how she wanted to look on her wedding day and hired two professionals to make sure her hair was perfect.
But despite her extensive planning, this still did not go as they should.
After the bride-to-be had found her perfect hair style on Pinterest - an elegant half up do - she showed her two hairdressers and also asked for some subtle highlights too.
But when her hairdressers went rogue and strayed from the Pinterest picture she had given them, the bride was left "wishing she'd done it herself".
Instead of blending the highlights throughout the bride's hair like she wanted, the hairdressers gave her a harsh blonde ombre, which looked nothing like the picture.
And rather than giving her the soft beachy waves like the model, hers resembled tighter ringlets.
And explained: "They messed up the colours and didn't do my hair how I wanted because she said it was ugly.
"Two hairdressers messed it up for my wedding."
Looking back on pictures of her hair on the big day, compared to the inspiration picture, the bride was distraught.
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Basotho miners return to work in SA
STAFF REPORTER
MASERU - Basotho miners who have been locked in the country since the closure of borders are expected to return to work this week according to Minerals Council South Africa.
The Minerals Council made the
announcement during its weekly online Covid-19 media briefing on June 4.
It said about 9,500 foreign mine workers, mostly from Lesotho and Mozambique, have to return to work as the sector ramps up to full production.
Kali Moeletsi, Manager at TEBA Lesotho and Free State said when South Africa moved to
Alert Level 3, mining companies said they are ready to begin full production.
He, however said there are certain protocols that the miners have to observe when they return to work.
“This has to be done so that we make sure they do not go anywhere but straight to work when they leave here,” Mr Moeletsi said.
Mobile network providers given ultimatumNEO SENOKO
MASERU - Network operators in the country have until July 9 to implement a directive from the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) that customers are not charged airtime when voice and SMS bundles get depleted.
The authority has since established that both networks have only complied to implement the directive in regard to data services.
On March 26, the authority issued a directive that both Econet Telecom Lesotho and Vodacom Lesotho should implement mechanisms to stop service for customers who
had opted for in-bundle charging when such bundles get depleted unless there is a prior expressed consent from consumers that they could be charged out of bundle rates.
The directive was effective from April 20 and was to apply to data, voice and SMS bundles or “bundle services”.
To date however, both networks have only complied to implement the directive on data services. Consumers have been provided with the means of opting in and out of bundled data using a variety of platforms.
It is on this basis that the authority has given the network operators a period of a month, beginning from June 9 to implement
the directive in regard to voice and SMSs services.
“The authority has sought clarification from the network providers on the remaining services and they have provided reasons why the directive in regard to voice services, have not been implemented so far.
“It is on this basis that the authority has given the network operators a period of a month beginning the 9th June 2020 to implement the directive in regard to voice and SMSs services,” LCA stated yesterday.
In the meantime, the authority has said there are in place further mechanisms to monitor that consumers are not charged their
airtime or core balance upon depletion of their bundles.
“Where members of the public believe they have been charged out of bundle when their bundles have expired or depleted, they are urged to contact their network providers to report such incidents. If they are not satisfied with the response provided, they are encouraged to lodge complaints with the authority,” the LCA added.
Customers who spoke to Metro have said they have waited for a long time for this matter to be resolved and that it remains to be seen if both network operators will respect the time frame as ordered by the LCA.
He said strict measures have to be implemented so that these miners do not get infected with the disease.
He added: “We are aware of the developments and/or transition from alert level 4 to level 3 which allows mining to operate at 100% as of June 1.”
He said TEBA together with the Mine Employers and Minerals Council is currently working on a process that will ensure that travel protocols /requirements to South Africa are observed but equally important apply measures that will ensure that mineworkers are transported at zero exposure and or risk to COVID -19 spread and infection
He said amid all the preparations and processes in the making, it should be remembered that the mineworkers will be kept at quarantine facilities in South Africa for 14 days before they can resume their work.
For this reason and many others, Moeletsi said, miners will be recalled in batches because of limited quarantine facilities.
“Once the process is finalised and lists received from the mines, we should be ready to send mineworkers back to work.
“But in the meantime, mineworkers are strongly advised to stay at home and safe until subsequent notice is made by TEBA management in Lesotho,” Moeletsi showed.
South Africa has 52,991 confirmed cases, 29,006 recovered and 1,162 deaths.
A study shows that foreigners now only account for about 10% of the labour force, around 44,000, sharply down from previous decades.
Nikisi Lesufi, the senior executive for environment, health and legacies said some members [companies] requested the Minerals Council to approach the national Department of Health to request a dispensation that would allow for the return of foreign workers from their home countries.
Lesufi was quick to add: “We have received a list of 9,500 from our members.”
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CBL warns against fraudstersSTAFF REPORTER
MASERU - The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) says it is aware of the rapid springing up of unlicensed financial schemes in the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The bank says the schemes are run by individuals and companies that seem to take advantage of this unfortunate situation with the objective of swindling members of the public of their monies.
These usually take the form of pyramid schemes (commonly known as push-push), benevolent 'donations', foreign exchange trading, crypto-currencies, stokvels and other money circulation schemes, the bank shows.
In a press statement released this week, the bank said: “Members of the public will be aware of the global outbreak of COVID-19 that continues to spread across nations.”
Lesotho has already reported four confirmed cases of the pandemic to date.
The bank said one of the measures adopted by the government to combat exposure of its people to the pandemic was to enforce a nation-wide lockdown from 29th March to date.
It said these individuals and companies operate illegal and unlicensed financial schemes that are intended to defraud the public of their hard earned money by luring them to invest in such schemes with a promise of abnormally high returns.
Members of the public are therefore
advised to desist from investing their hard earned money with illegal financial institutions that are not licensed by the CBL.
According to CBL spokesperson Ephraim Moremoholo, the bank is mandated to monitor the financial situation in the country.
He said they look for opportunities and risks that they share with the people.
Mr Moremoholo said pyramid schemes are awash on social media hence, the bank is moving to be proactive and advise Basotho about them before they become victims.
He said adverts are also placed on the street poles so that people could see them.
“We want to make Basotho aware of them,” Mr. Moremoholo said.
It is not the first time that the CBL warns against the pyramid schemes in the country.
In 2018 a company called Hlazvill Forex Trading Scheme promised Basotho, both individuals and companies a 50 percent return on their investment within a month.
Basotho in the end lost their monies counted in millions of maloti.
The CBL also released a statement warning Basotho against forex trading on June 28, 2018.
Also, in November 2007, MKM was shut down by CBL who accused the company of operating banking and insurance businesses in violation of the Financial Institution Act 1999 and Insurance Act of 1976.
Thousands of Basotho lost millions of maloti which they are still battling to recover.
Unions allowed to stage protest…but can merely read their petition and only submit by whatsappNEO SENOKO
MASERU - Local trade unions representing factory workers have been told by the police to submit their petition to the Prime Minister through a WhatsApp message as they prepare for a protest that is scheduled for Friday.
While their initial bid to stage a protest was denied by the police, unions confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that a permission to stage their protest has been granted though under some rather strange conditions.
One of these conditions is that a petition letter should be submitted to the Prime Minister through a WhatsApp message, something which has never happened before in history.
“We are actually surprised by the conditions. We have been told to submit our petition to the PM through WhatsApp and we see these as a very strange move by government. We were not told as to why the letter should be submitted through that channel of communication. Surprisingly, we were also not told where our protest should begin.
“However, we will continue with our protest despite the challenges because we are really serious about issues we are complaining about,” said the General Secretary of the Independent Democratic Union of Lesotho (IDUL) May Rathakane in an interview with Maseru Metro on Tuesday.
The conditions go on to stipulate that
upon arrival at Sefikeng Sa Moshoeshoe where the protest is expected to end, only one representative per trade union should be
seen and not hundreds of factory workers as is normally the case. While at this venue, one of the members will be allowed to send the letter
to the PM through WhatsApp message. Among some of their demands, a coalition
of six trade unions of Lentsoe-La-Sechaba, Independent Democratic Union of Lesotho (IDUL), United Textile Employees (UNITE), National Clothing Textile and Allied Workers Union (NACTWU), Lesotho Workers Association (LEWA) as well as Mining and Quarrying (CMQ) wants Minister of Labour and Employment Keketso Rantšo removed from her office with immediate effect as worker cry she has failed to deliver in the same position before.
Rantšo was in the similar position during the Thomas Thabane led government.
The unions further want the government to continue providing factory workers with the M800 stipend for three months as was promised by Thabane.
During his last days in office, Thabane promised factory workers representing around 77 firms throughout the country that they will each receive M800 from government in order to keep going during this trying period.
Under the programme, the LNDC has since reported that around 45, 370 industrial workers have been successfully paid the said allowance.
The unions also want government to publish the new and improved minimum wage gazette and that the gazette be dated to April 2020 as is the beginning of the financial year.
Meanwhile the government was yet to decide on how to go about handling the factory workers protest with union leaders were expected to meet the minister in the prime minister’s office later on Wednesday to agree on some of the issues surrounding the protest.
Prime Minister Dr Moeketsi Majoro’s led government has come under pressure to remove some ministers and the name of Rantšo has persistently cropped up on the list of those that should not have been reappointed into cabinet.
PETITIONED: Prime Minister Dr Moeketsi Majoro
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… Actually, it is not a shoe polish; it is a shoe creamIf you happen to sell bananas - good for you - you may have twice the profit because you can now sell the banana flesh for food, and the banana peels for the shoe cream. Nothing is lost! That is thanks to the twosome developers, Joalane Josephine 'JoJo' Mohale and Qenase Nkoale, both of whom are stationed at the National University of Lesotho (NUL) Innovation Hub.
The shoe cream which has a good name - JoJo shoe cream - has received positive marks from those who have tried it on their shoes.
“It doesn’t attract dust, it lasts long and it softens the skin of my shoes,” commented one Innovation Hub enthusiast who has already tried the polish on his good shoes.
“Plus my shoes are super-shining “ha li tšasitsoe ka eo poleche,” the man said.
It has many benefits over your common shoe polishes. The most important of such benefits is cost. Now that COVID-19 has wiped out economies off the map, no one wants to buy expensive things these days.
“So we have designed the cream such that it has plenty of water which replaced lots of expensive oils used in regular polishes. That has lowered the price of our
shoe cream,” JoJo said. In fact, the mushrooming cost of shoe
polishes (packaged in the ever decreasing container sizes) is what encouraged JoJo and her friend to find an alternative in the first place.
But why do they call it a shoe cream?Well, because, unlike your usual run-
of-the-mill shoe polishes which form a rather solid mixture, “our polish is very creamy, hence why we even package it in cream containers,” the passionate ladies said about their product.
That creaminess is not for nothing! When you apply a creamy substance to your shoe, you use a lot less material than when you apply that hard solid polish. In other words, you cover a lot of area on your shoe with a very small amount of the ointment.
Which means you have a double benefit - working with a low cost product and using a little of it to achieve better results. How better can it get when it comes to saving your pocket!
But your pocket is not the only thing the pair is worried about. A good polish must leave your shoe skins super-soft - if your shoe skin is soft, it is hard to tear it down.
But that is extremely difficult to achieve.
“Hence why our shoe cream is made from banana peels,” JoJo said.
No kidding!It turns out banana peels are very rich
in potassium. You may not believe us but if you dry a banana peel in air, you end up with 40% potassium on the other side! Why is potassium so important? Let’s recall that your shoe is likely to be made of animal skins. Potassium is an element that makes it easy is for skin to hold moisture well, softening it.
Even your own skin needs potassium too (but don’t worry about eating banana peels, it turns out the banana flesh is also rich in potassium).
As a bonus, it is alleged that the high content of potassium is what makes your shoes super-shiny.
So how did the whole thing come about? JoJo said she has a client in another of her businesses “who said to me jokingly, “you guys don’t even know that bananas are good for polish?” No matter how hard she tried to ignore that statement, it kept popping up in her mind.
That is until “I began making my own research which was followed by laboratory trials”.
She kept testing and researching until
she got it.“At first we made a product that
looked good but attracted a lot of dust. We kept improving until we had a high water content product that, nevertheless, attracted little dust. At this point, we are now ready to start selling the product,” Jojo said.
Now imagine a situation where banana peels are no longer a waste anymore! Yet banana peels are not the only would-be waste in this cream for that matter.
“We also make a generous use of beeswax from producers of honey who would otherwise throw it off as waste,”
Jojo also noted. Jojo, the main brains behind this
project said she fell in love with business while a nutrition student at the NUL.
“We took a course in product development and the lecturer who taught the course used to tell us, ‘every-time you go buy something in a shop, ask yourself, can we find a way to produce this thing right here in Lesotho,”’ she said.
That thinking resonated with her because, in her own words, “I ’ve always wondered why everything has to be made for us.”
We, too, have wondered!
INNOVATIVE: Joalane 'JoJo' Mohale
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ENGINEERING6 investment guidelines to see you through the crisis … Advanced timber architecture gives new life to
wooden structuresWhen it comes to building materials, wood doesn’t always draw the most attention as the strongest in the bunch. That honor usually goes to concrete and steel – steel embedded in concrete provides support and a foundation for tall buildings, while concrete increases tensile strength and can be formed into a variety of shapes with the help of rebar. Wood, on the other hand, decays and is vulnerable to moisture damage and fire.
That’s not necessarily the case anymore, thanks to the development of advanced timber. New materials like glulam, or sheets of timber bonded with moisture-resistant structural adhesives, can be produced using two to three times less energy than steel, making them environmentally-friendly alternatives to other building materials. Granted, this requires the beams to be burned at the end of their lifespan, but glulam still has an equivalent or better environmental profile compared to steel, not to mention a lower cost.
Among engineered wood, there are some varieties more commonly used among hobbyists – MDF, plywood, or particle board for instance. Others, like Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) are more common among building materials. While CLT buildings have existed for decades, recently major cities like Stockholm and Vancouver have seen a resurgence of
timber construction. Since wood can theoretically store carbon for the entire length of its lifespan, up to 0.8 tons in a cubic meter of spruce, some architecture firms like Oslotre are building houses with a negative carbon footprint.
Projects like Sidewalk Labs and Masthamnen are proposing entire neighborhoods and skyscrapers built from advanced timber. Compared to International Style architecture, characterized by gray concrete, shiny metal, and glass, this movement could be a step towards returning to natural architectural forms. Given the stress reducing effects of green spaces in cities, engineered wood buildings could bridge the gap between modern architectural styles and natural woodlands.
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ADRIAAN PASK
Bouts of market volatility may be unsettling but they are an unavoidable feature of long-term investing. The important thing is to avoid making mistakes along the way. These investment guidelines hold true for any environment, but they’re particularly useful to keep in mind during times of extreme volatility.
1. Avoid market timing – you’re better off sticking to your long-term strategy
Most attempts at timing the market fail, and missing out on some of the market’s best days during the early stages of the recovery can significantly impact your investment returns. Although we’re currently experiencing unprecedented levels of volatility, market downturns are not the end of the world.
2. Remember that cash is not risk-freeInvestors tend to flee to cash during
turbulent times, but investing in cash assets is by no means a costless transaction. Research shows that even in a low inflation environment, the value of cash assets will erode over time. Investors run the risk of losing their purchasing power through rising prices. While holding cash will protect the nominal value of your money, in today’s environment of low interest rates, it means losing real value.
3. When returns and contributions suffer, invest for longer
Building wealth is not an exact science.
However, a combination of starting early, increasing contributions, investing in higher return products and investing regularly has proven to be successful. If you’re running into a situation where your returns are under pressure (like now), you will either have to increase your contributions or invest for longer to make up for it.
4. Don’t forget who wins the race in the end
Academics from across the globe have argued that it doesn’t matter which geography you look at, nor what period you look at – generally, if you’re going to invest for a long-term period, equities will outperform other asset classes.
5. DiversifyInvesting in one asset class is a sure way
of increasing the risk within your portfolio. Maintaining a diversified portfolio that offers the asset mix that suits your goals, together with a mix of fund managers, is the best course of action.
6. Find comfort in valuationsIt is not difficult to imagine why many
investors are disheartened by SA Inc stocks at the moment, but research shows that it’s not just SA Inc that’s facing headwinds. Valuations are at extremely cheap levels and although it’s been painful to reach this point, the worst thing that you could do now is to exit the market.
Adriaan Pask is the chief investment officer PSG Wealth
Personal Finance
Thursday, June 11, 2020
NEWS 7MONEYTRAVEL&FOODAfrican tourism 2021 Recipe Of The Week
Buffalo Chicken BurgerIngredientsChicken Burger:1 lb of ground chicken1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 cloves of garlic pressed1 egg1/4 cup plain bread crumbsSaltFresh cracked pepper1 tsp minced fresh dill weed1 tsp minced fresh parsley2 tbs oil for cookingSandwich:Burger bunsChicken BurgersBuffalo sauceRanch DressingBlue cheese crumblesTomato slicesChopped green onionSliced Mozzarella cheeseInstructionsChicken Burgers:
Preheat the pan and the oil on medium heat. Combine the ingredients for the chicken burgers in a mixing bowl and mix well. Scoop out the meat mixture (as big as you want the burgers) and form patties with your hands. Cook the chicken burgers, on medium heat, for about 10 minutes of each side.When the chicken burgers are fully cooked, pour some buffalo sauce in the pan and and cook the burgers in the sauce for about a minute on each side.To assemble the sandwiches: spread some ranch dressing on the bottom bun, add some blue cheese crumbles and tomato slices. Add the buffalo chicken burger and top it off with some green onion and Mozzarella cheese slices.
MARTIN WIEST
I sincerely hope you are holding up in these unbelievable times - I can certainly confirm that I have never learned so much in so little time and never had to change my opinion so often about so many things - and those that know me no doubt remember that I can have rather firm opinions on certain topics. Just to illustrate this, my worst-case scenario planning at the beginning of March had become my best case by the beginning of May. Who knew?! And after the recent Zoomcast by South African Tourism and the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) that new best case suddenly looked optimistic compared with predictions of our borders only opening by January 2021 to international travel. I sincerely hope that the continuous degradation of my cases reverses to something survivable, as seems to be the case in Europe.
There is so much dynamic movement globally that I decided to unpack my thinking about the medium-term development of our industry on the African continent for your input, comments and conversation.
Let me start with some silver linings on the horizon. European countries have started their economic restart at a surprising pace. Watching much of their media it appears clear to me that virologists, health care professionals and departments of health are receiving less airtime
… A view through a shattered crystal ball
and attention, whilst economists are becoming far more visible and heard. To me the narrative clearly moves to a more balanced view between economic interests and risk mitigation.
Airlines such as Lufthansa and Qatar have started populating the GDSs with flights from July onwards and the good news is that Africa is still very much part of their route network – granted, at much lower capacity for the time being, but still there. My observation is that many African countries have benchmarked their response to the COVID-19 threat against some major industrial nations and then adapted these locally. My hope is that they will do the same on the way out of the crisis in an accelerated fashion. Tourism is an industry where many things must come together so that a reasonable amount of people end up travelling. Firstly, there has to be an affluent customer segment with time to spare in our source markets, secondly there has to be air connectivity, thirdly there must be freedom of movement, fourthly the destination needs to be attractive, accessible and safe and lastly there needs to be a tourism product that is open and affordable.From the above we can clearly see that none of the prerequisite requirements to have a tourism industry is currently even remotely in place and many might take very long to become a reality again. Currently there are no flights, hotels and lodges are closed, conference centres are mothballed, borders are shut and all of that not only here, but all over the world.
Price versus value versus costThe above described value channel
has for years been seen as inefficient and too expensive by the stakeholders at the two ends, namely suppliers and consumers.
This was largely as a result of both entities seeing the channel as a temporary (remember we were predicted to lose relevance) but unavoidable evil, whilst on a journey towards a highly digitised, extremely efficient and materially cheaper way of connecting and transacting.
This journey effectively turned all the intermediaries into a largely transactional commodity with continuous cost cutting and reduction of margin. As a result of the corresponding impact on commercial sustainability, it is little wonder that many entities after just a few weeks of this crisis have run into a severe cash crunch.
Experiential versus consumptiveA positive impact the COVID-19
Armageddon has had on the more affluent parts of the world’s population, our guests, is no doubt a more responsible outlook on life as a whole. Nothing is seen in the same light any longer, few things are taken for granted and I get a feeling that people live more consciously. One wonders if this is temporary in nature or if this event through its absolute and global ctrl/alt/del moment has created a permanent mind-shift… I suspect it is the latter.
Martin Wiest started out as a bus driver in 1987 and worked his way up to an office job and eventually took up the position of CEO of Tourvest Inbound Operations and a member of the Tourvest Holdings (Pty) Ltd executive committee in January 2009.
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DECODING MEDICAL TERMSTorn ACL:Go easy on salt:The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) helps hold the knee joint together and provides stability. A torn ACL is a sports injury that may occur when landing the wrong way, changing direction or stopping quickly, or from a direct blow to the knee. People who suffer a torn ACL may hear a pop and then feel their knee no longer functions. Pain, swelling, and loss of range of motion are symptoms of a torn ACL. It may be difficult to walk.
Life Process:All living organisms have certain characteristics that distinguish them from non-living forms. The basic processes of life include organization, metabolism, responsiveness, movements, and reproduction. In humans, who represent the most complex form of life, there are additional requirements such as growth, differentiation, respiration, digestion, and excretion. All of these processes are interrelated.
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Nursing body threatens action
My name is Mhlekazi Mavuzo from Leribe. I am nine years old and I am in grade four.
During this lockdown, I stay home to be safe from COVID19.
European Union Civil Protection and
Humanitarian AidThis COVID-19 message is brought to you by UNICEF in partnership with MISA Lesotho.
I spend my free time by riding bicycles with my
brother within our yard.
I make sure I wash my hands several times with soap and running water
for at least twenty seconds to prevent the spread of
COVID19.Before I continue with my studies, I do house chores.
I also read my notes to continue with my learning
during lockdown.
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MASERU -Following an exercise aimed at assessing the country’s preparedness against the COVID-19 pandemic at local health centres, members of the Lesotho Nursing Association (LNA) say fighting the corona virus without prioritising health care professionals human and civil rights protection is a nonstarter.
The LNA has expressed serious concerns that despite the efforts the government of Lesotho put in place when the pandemic first surfaced, the country’s unpreparedness compounded by broken-down infrastructure, disorganisation of the national health system and insufficient empathic leadership has rendered the readiness to fight this pandemic clearly questionable.
These challenges, the association further argues, render nurses as well as nursing assistants vulnerable to contract the deadly disease and cause more havoc.
The nursing body also complained that there are no measures yet applied to hold accountable those responsible for the mysterious disappearances of personal protective equipment.
It therefore noted that it disturbingly cannot be asserted that COVID-19 has not only almost brought the nation to its knees but also exposed political leadership’s ignorance in appreciating the magnitude of medical predicaments and prevention responsibilities.
It is further concerned that Lesotho does not have a responsive institutional mechanism and does not show concerted efforts to protect healthcare workers as well as professionals’ rights.
The body is also worried about the inadequate supply of PPE in many health centres and complete lack thereof in others.
The PPE items include gowns, overall suits, face shields, surgical masks and N95 masks, sanitizers and infrared thermometers.
Despite the fact that nurses often go beyond the call of duty, which sometimes expose them to fatal risks, including attending to COVID-19 suspects within the villages without proper PPE, the association said nurses work long strenuous hours during the day, and are subsequently expected to be on call for the night.
In some cases, the association said the nurses are forced to forfeit their annual leave days at their workplaces without compensation.
It said yet, they are still expected to perform their duties with due diligence.
This, the nursing outfit said is despite the fact that these long working hours compromise its members’ ability to render efficient care.
The other concern is the delayed disbursement of salaries to healthcare workers which has become a common occurrence in some health facilities, particularly those owned by Christian Health Association of Lesotho (CHAL).
This, according to the LNA is caused by delays to disburse subventions to such facilities, leading to delayed salaries, which impact negatively on the livelihoods of the healthcare workers.
The nurses therefore recommend that the PPE be dispensed urgently, efficiently and
continuously along with proper COVID-19 management training in the appropriate context of the populace in designated regions of the country.
They also call for the testing lab including all medical apparatuses required to make it efficient, be urgently constructed to enable
widespread local testing to contain prospects of spreading of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Because of the urgency of the grievances, LNA has urged the government to address the above mentioned issues promptly within seven days, failing which the body threatens to take the next step.
CONCERNED: Members of the Lesotho Nursing Association (LNA)
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Mental health in lockdown: ‘so many are just not coping’
Metro-ScopeAQUARIUS: 21 Jan. - 19 Feb.
With Venus in your leisure zone linking to Mars in your sign, a relationship may be coming on wonderfully well. The more you talk, the more you'll want to get to know each other further Aquarius. Good things might arise from this developing bond. From the weekend your home zone is illuminated by the Sun, encouraging you to take a step back from life to relax and recharge.
PISCES: 20 Feb. - 20 Mar.
Want to impress someone? Don't feel you have to spend a fortune. Besides, there is always the chance that they won't notice. A tense angle might find you eager to splurge in the hope that you can gain their admiration, but it is much better to be your natural self. As the Sun livens up your communication zone from the weekend, connecting with an old friend can be fairly delightful.
ARIES 21 Mar. - 20 Apr.
As the week gets underway, you could feel at odds with someone in authority and perhaps wondering what to do about it. If it concerns an opportunity that you're uncertain about, discussing your options can pave the way for a compromise. With Mercury linking to Venus and Mars, key encounters can sparkle whether they are romantic or more platonic Aries.
TAURUS: 21 Apr. - 21 May
You could be in a quandary early on Taurus, and wondering whether to grasp an opportunity or forget it. It may be a fear of moving out of your comfort zone is causing you to hold back. With potential for exciting developments in the offing, it's worth exploring this further. Ready to advance your goals? The sun in your sign can give you the energy to accomplish them soon.
GEMINI: 22 May - 21 Jun.
You may wonder about someone's motives, particularly early on when you could experience some friction with them. Be assured this is temporary Gemini, but the way you handle it could either make or break this relationship. Even so, more positive ties suggest that keeping the conversation going can heal any rifts. Need to recharge? Make it a part of your daily schedule.
CANCER: 22 Jun. - 23 Jul.
This week's Quarter Moon in a prominent zone can coincide with a decision about whether to go your own way or get more involved with someone else's plan or project. You'll need to weigh up the pros and cons on this or find a way to compromise. If you play things the right way, you could have an advantage. Keen to connect? From the weekend your on-line social life can pick up.
LEO: 24 Jul. - 23 Aug.
If you want something badly enough, then you'll likely feel justified in going for it. Consider your motives though Leo, as well as the consequences. If it would jeopardize a current plan, then reconsider. On a social note, you may be keen to move in new virtual circles which might be very rewarding. Ready to embrace the spotlight? It's time to shine and showcase your best side.
VIRGO: 24 Aug. - 23 Sept.
Feelings about a romance could be intense around the start of the week, when you may be tempted to push hard to get what you want. If you try to micromanage the outcome the opposite might happen. Even so, a focused approach can work regarding career plans, as zeroing in on the right people can result in positive gains. Keen to expand? It's time to reach for golden opportunities.
LIBRA: 24 Sept. - 23 Oct.
The Quarter Moon in your home zone early on, suggests making a point of sharing your feelings if you aren't happy about something. Doing so can help avoid a major difference of opinion and might even encourage a solution. There is also a delightful blend of energies involving lively Mercury that can coincide with a positive encounter. This might lead to friendship or a romance.
SCORPIO: 24 Oct. - 22 Nov.
The start of the week can be perfect for liaising with others to get a project completed. This is a good time to tie up those loose ends so you can sail towards a successful conclusion. Want to get better organized Scorpio? With Mercury assisting, it's possible to get finances and household tasks streamlined. In addition, the Sun's move into Taurus might add extra shimmer to key bonds.
SAGITTARIUS: 23 Nov. - 21 Dec.
As the Sun angles towards Pluto then Jupiter, it can ramp-up a powerful desire for something and common sense could go out of the window. What is it you want Archer? Be sure it is worth having and that there won't be any consequences. As Mercury links to Venus and Mars, a conversation might get the ball rolling regarding a close collaboration or a budding romance.
CAPRICORN: 22 Dec. - 20 Jan.
If a decision needs to be made at the start of the week that concerns the family, then it's best to consult them. There could be some heated exchanges if it is a major issue, but this can lead to solutions that work for all. It is better to engage than not to. Ready to enjoy hobbies? The Sun's move into your leisure sector from the weekend makes this a good time to relax.
Metro-ScopeAQUARIUS: 21 Jan. - 19 Feb.
Your plans could clash with others' plans, and yet attempting to come to a solution might only encourage more confusion Aquarius. With a powerful focus on your spiritual zone though, your instincts are strong. If you find yourself wondering what to do next, let them be your guide. Go easy when dealing with finances too, especially if completing a deal involving a lot of money.
PISCES: 20 Feb. - 20 Mar.
If it seems that someone is putting a dent in your confidence, then refuse to let this get to you. You may be more susceptible to other people's suggestions, so it is important to keep your boundaries strong. Time to yourself might help you feel grounded and refresh you, if you feel overwhelmed. Creative opportunities abound Pisces, and in this sense you can accomplish much.
ARIES 21 Mar. - 20 Apr.
Don't worry about showing your emotions Aries, even if you have made a sterling effort to hold them back. With Neptune in the picture they may well up spontaneously over this week, and this could be a relief. While you might prefer to come across as being strong and tough, there are days when you will feel more vulnerable. Simplify things, pace yourself and go with the flow for now.
TAURUS: 21 Apr. - 21 May
There may be much that is going on behind the scenes Taurus, and this includes others who might be busy plotting and scheming. Not that this would affect you directly, but it could influence any team projects or plans you are involved with. If you sense that something is amiss, then get ready to ask a few searching questions, as others may have exactly the same concerns as you.
GEMINI: 22 May - 21 Jun.
It could be so tempting to go against your feelings and do what others think is best, but this may backfire. Besides, others might expect you to toe the line again in the future. While you can be sympathetic to their aims and unwilling to upset anyone, it might be better to assert your independence and state your views, even if different, as this may pave the way to positive progress.
CANCER: 22 Jun. - 23 Jul.
This is not so much a time to move forward with plans, as to unravel any issues that might need healing and closure. Putting extra pressure on yourself won't help at a time when the cosmic message is to simplify your life by letting go of whatever no longer serves. By doing so, you'll pave the way for fresh opportunities when the time is ripe, and you'll have more energy too.
LEO: 24 Jul. - 23 Aug.
With a lot of Neptune energy around, you'll need to stay on the ball to get as much done as you would like. There is a chance of confusion, and a potential lack of motivation that could cause delays and make it harder to reach an agreement or settle down to key tasks. Perhaps the best advice is not to rush into anything, and wait until you have clarity before making decisions.
VIRGO: 24 Aug. - 23 Sept.
If in doubt Virgo, it is best to make your own decisions rather than rely on others to make them for you. There is ample opportunity for them to get the wrong end of the stick, which could lead to a cascade of confusion. Do your own research and run with your instincts, especially if you have something important to attend to. Is someone undermining your efforts? Refuse to let them.
LIBRA: 24 Sept. - 23 Oct.
The desire to explore an opportunity may be negated by feelings of futility, and this might be down to soporific and draining influences. You could push against the tide and force yourself into action, but it can feel as though you are walking through treacle at times. It is worth taking things slowly Libra. When it is time to make a move, plans will begin to fall into place.
SCORPIO: 24 Oct. - 22 Nov.
Appearances could be deceptive, as you may feel drawn to trust someone implicitly, when perhaps you should be more cautious. This can be especially so if you develop romantic feelings for someone, but it could also relate to an associate or an out-of-the-blue encounter. Discrimination might be the key to making harmonious connections over the days ahead.
SAGITTARIUS: 23 Nov. - 21 Dec.
You could find yourself too sensitive for your own good, and inclined to bury your head in the sand Archer. While this is not your usual style by any means, it can give you time to reflect. With strong Neptune energies on the go, you might be drawn to inspiring books or movies that help you make sense of a complex situation, and from here to find a positive perspective.
CAPRICORN: 22 Dec. - 20 Jan.
Your imagination can peak this week, which has its pros and cons Capricorn. You may be bubbling over with creative ideas that might add sparkle to plans and projects that need a lift. But there could also be a tendency to dream that something might be better than it is. This is where you need to think from a practical viewpoint, as some of what is discussed could be unrealistic.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened existing issues such as the unresolved depression and trauma, as well as other mental health concerns.
“We had already made a call even before the COVID-19 outbreak that there has to be a significant mind-shift in our society where we have to start seeing the psychological, mental health, coaching interventions not just as a ‘nice-to-have’ but as a critical component of our interventions as a society,” says Maseru-based psychologist Boitumelo Mpobane.
Mpobane said since the corona virus induced lockdown, professionals like herself have seen the calls increasing on daily basis, adding that many people are just not coping.
She therefore said it is imperative to make mental health needs a priority during this period.
She said the lockdown has resulted in the disruption of community networks such as church-going and attending soccer matches.
“That sense of oneness in the community is completely affected,” she also noted. Her key concern about mental health is its effect on communities and how people have separated in light of the pandemic.
She said the extreme situation and lockdown are undeniably having a negative impact on the mental health of some people.
Mpobane further indicated that there are ways to cope in order to help prevent future mental issues from developing.
“There is no doubt that going forward, another ‘normal’ will take the place of this one, and some of us may seek professional help to try and make sense of our world and re-set our buttons,” she said.
Because self-isolation does not mean cutting off all communication, in all fact, she said it is important than ever to talk and listen, share stories and advice, and stay in touch
with people who matter most.Finding things that help one
breathe deeply, consciously setting the worries aside or focusing on the moment to recharge can be helpful.
Distracting oneself by watching TV, reading or listening to music will help one set things in context and provide relief from anxious feelings, Mpobane cites as examples.
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39. Expungings40. -off coupon42. Sudden outburst45. Threatening words46. 40 winks47. "To do" list48. Legit52. Baby grand, e.g.53. Unwavering54. Hitchhiker's quest55. Chaplin prop56. Orbital point57. It keeps an eye on TV58. Common Market inits.59. One for the road
Across1. FedEx, say5. Zenith9. Nasal sound14. Comfort15. Loafer, e.g.16. Hard to pin down17. Ultimatum ender18. Turn bad19. Point of view20. Parvenue23. Must-haves24. Adopted son of Claudius25. It's a free country28. Sweet vino31. Vacation location34. Not piquant35. Narrowly defeats
36. Troupe38. Under the collar41. "'Tis a pity"42. Send packing43. "Mangia!"44. Coast-to-coast financial institution49. Lanka50. Indian music51. Quits54. Backlash57. Rhodes of Rhodesia60. Kind of miss61. Angel's headwear62. Strings together63. Buggy terrain64. "Idylls of the King" lady65. Talus
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This is the Quick Sudoku for the solver in a hurr: target time, ten minutes.
Last Week's AnswerSince I was travelling for one hour and I lost all of my petrol in that one
hour, I must have been losing it at a rate of 34 litres per hour, because the
car had used 16 litres in travelling the 80 kilometres.
Take away eight of the matches below and leave one matchstick behind.
There are no hidden matchsticks.
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How to disinfect your car – without doing damage
What’s the best way to disinfect your vehicle to help stop the spread of COVID-19? The U.S.-based Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says hand-washing is crucial, but so is disinfecting surfaces, including those in your car.The CDC recommends wearing disposable gloves to clean and disinfect surfaces, and wiping down surfaces with soap and water prior to disinfection. For vehicle interiors, a soft or microfiber cloth dampened with soap and water can be used on hard surfaces.Most common disinfectants are effective, but some are not ideal for vehicles, including bleach, hydrogen
peroxide, benzene, thinners or abrasive cleaners that can damage upholstery and interiors. The CDC says alcohol-based wipes or sprays with at least 70% alcohol are effective against the coronavirus. These can be safely used in your vehicle.For car screens, rather than ammonia-based cleaners, use screen wipes or a soft cloth dampened with soap and water to clean; then dry with a clean, soft cloth.Here’s Nissan’s checklist for vehicle surfaces to disinfect:Steering wheelKey and remote fobExterior door handles (both sides)Trunk lid or lift gate grab areas
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Interior door pulls, both sides and interior door panelsStart button, if equippedRear view mirror, back and edgesHVAC ventsGear leverTurn signal leverWindscreen wiper controls
Centre stack knobsCentre console and arm restSeat belt and buckle. Avoid harsh cleaners on the belt itself as they can degrade the fibres and the belt's strengthParking brake handle, parking brake or release lever.
KIA Motors Corporation and Hyundai Motor Company have today revealed new details of its innovative heat pump system, deployed in Hyundai and KIA’s global electric vehicle (EV) line-up to maximize their all-electric driving range in low temperatures.
Hyundai and KIA’s heat pump is a leading heat management innovation that maximizes the distance that EVs can travel on a single charge, scavenging waste heat to warm the cabin. It enables EV drivers to heat their car’s cabin in cold weather without significantly impacting electric driving range, unlike other EVs.
The technology was first introduced in 2014 on the first-generation KIA Soul EV. Consisting of a compressor, evaporator and condenser, the heat pump captured waste heat given off by the vehicle’s electrical components, recycling this energy to heat the cabin more efficiently. The technology meant the Soul EV’s 180km electric range was protected in cold weather driving conditions. The industry-leading heat pump system has now been developed further for new KIA EVs.
The new system scavenges waste heat from an increased number of sources for optimum cold-weather EV range. These innovations mean that Hyundai and KIA EVs offer more consistent range in temperatures where other EVs start to see a significant decline in the distance possible from a single charge.
The new heat pump technology made its debut six years ago on the first-generation KIA Soul EV. It has since been improved to harvest significantly more energy by recycling additional waste heat not only from power electrics (PE) modules (such as drive motors, on-board chargers, and inverters), but also from the battery pack and slow charger.
The system uses the heat generated by these components to vaporize refrigerant from liquid to gas form. High-pressure gas is discharged from the compressor and forced into
a condenser to be converted back into a liquid. This process generates additional heat energy that is recovered by the heat pump and used to warm the cabin.
The heat pump is one of a number of innovations found in the current generation of EVs, with heat management also used to realise major improvements in EV battery packs.
A water-cooling system for Hyundai and KIA’s EV battery packs, rather than conventional air cooling, have yielded further increases in range without increasing physical dimensions. This development means battery cells can be packaged much more tightly, with water-cooling channels taking up less space than air-cooling
channels, increasing battery density by up to 35 percent. This captured energy improves the efficiency of the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system, recycling it to more efficiently heat up the cabin and minimize battery power consumption. By reducing the load on the battery, the heat pump cuts energy consumption from the HVAC system, maximizing the available electric driving range of the car.
This innovation means the latest EVs from KIA offer around twice as much driving range and battery capacity compared to the their first-generation EVs – and are capable of travelling significantly further on a single
charge. For example, the first-generation KIA Soul EV offered owners an electric driving range of around 180km from a single charge of its 30kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. The second-generation Soul EV, with a 64kWh battery occupying a similar amount of space, is capable of traveling up to 386km on a single charge. Hyundai and KIA continue to hone and improve the heat pump system and other heat management innovations, with the technologies currently informing the development of next-generation EVs from each brand.
KIA’s mid- to long-term strategy, dubbed ‘Plan S’, will see the brand’s line-up grow to 11 EVs over by 2025.
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… Hyundai and KIA Turn Up EV Efficiency with New Heat Pump Technology
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Lesotho lawn tennis players have been given permission to train at Lesotho Lawn Tennis Association courts as usual even though they are expected to avoid hands shaking and other norms which are against covid-19 regulations. This was confirmed by the new Minister of Sports and Recreation Likeleli Tampane at her welcome ceremony held at the Bambatha Tšita Sports Arena on Wednesday. Tampane said the LLTA approached her office requesting permission to play as the nature of lawn tennis observes social distancing adding she gave them permission after consulting the cabinet which approved the request. During the lockdown, LLTA former president Kamohelo Hlomisi pleaded with the former sports minister to allow lawn tennis players the opportunity to play the sport as its nature already observes social distancing while they would restrict other norms such as players shaking hands after the match. According to our observation, players have already started training since the beginning of the month.
Lesotho Off-Road Association (LORA) has handed over food parcels to 100 villagers affected by the covid-19 in Makhaleng on the outskirts of Maseru on Tuesday. The gesture
was made as part of the association’s efforts to connect with some of the communities that work with LORA during national flagship races such as the
Roof of Africa and the Enduro.
ABSA and the Premier Soccer League (PSL) would be ending their sponsorship relationship of the ABSA Premiership when the sponsorship contract expires at the end of the current season. In a joint media release issued on June 4, ABSA said the bank’s 16-year relationship includes the 13 years ABSA Premiership sponsorship since 2007. “We have enjoyed a long, fruitful relationship with the PSL and have supported the PSL’s work in South African football and sports development, while we will no longer
be the anchor sponsor for the PSL, soccer will always remain close to our hearts,” read ABSA statement. However, Chief
Executive of the ABSA Group Daniel Mminele said they are exploring alternative options to continue their relationship with the PSL. PSL chairman Dr Irvin Khoza said the ABSA Premiership era will forever be a reference point for football glory, both in terms of club development and player performance in South Africa sports history. Khoza also thanked ABSA for strengthening the league to true professionalism.
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MASERU - The newly appointed sports minister, Likeleli Tampane says she plans to build a stadium in each district as a way to contribute towards improving sports infrastructure and therefore development in the different fraternities.
This, she said during the welcome ceremony held for her and her deputy Phutuhelo Mafereka at the Bambatha Tšita Sports Arena on Wednesday.
“We are going to build stadiums in nine districts because Mafeteng already has the Leshoboro Seeiso stadium which we will only renovate to be up to the required standard,” she said.
Tampane said during her leadership, the ministry will also refurbish the Setsoto stadium so that it matches international standards.
She assured Basotho that the Maseru Region 5 Games will still
be held as expected and that the grounds construction will continue immediately upon the ministry being given the budgeted funds.
She said that Maseru AUSC Region 5 Games infrastructure include among others, accommodation facilities at the National University of Lesotho (NUL), an indoor sports complex and a stadium in Lepereng prior to hosting these games.
She said the construction of these facilities will be done through the right tendering procedure to avoid conflicts.
She also urged players to train individually in order to observe the COVID-19 regulations during the lockdown.
Among other things, Tampane said she will give ministerial performance awards to deserving civil servants who excel in service delivery.
“Offices should not be closed during the lunch break because
Basotho need services. We are going to visit your offices regularly to observe whether the work is being done or not. A civil servant should know that there is no time for weekend, work should be done and services should be delivered to Basotho down there at community level,” Tampane said, urging public servants to avoid being politicised.
“As a civil servant, be a civil servant, avoid being politicised and avoid being bribed for delivering services, know your responsibilities,” she said.
Speaking at the same event, the ministry’s principal secretary Tjoetsane Seoka said personnel in the districts is vulnerable and needs to be taken care of, for better service delivery.
“Our servants in the districts are vulnerable and they really need to be considered,” Seoka said.
On behalf of the ministry, Pheko Mashoane said their ministry is vital towards the development of youth in
the country. “Through sports, youth can
generate money, avoid crime and stay healthy both physically and psychologically,” he said.
Mashoane was quick to show that through good management, sports
can thrive and the country can benefit through the improvement of the economy.
Tampane was sworn-in as the new minister after a grand coalition of ABC and DC to form a government led by Dr Moeketsi Majoro.
