Maseru, Jan. 17 — The Minister of Labour and Employment, Mr. Ts’eliso Mokhosi, says the Government of Lesotho highly values and recommends the ITEC programme for its contribution in capacitating service delivery. This, he said during a joint activity between Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Lesotho alumni and the India High Commissioner to South Africa and Lesotho held in Maseru on Saturday.
Mr. Mokhosi noted that the program equips employees with critical skills that enhance efficiency and effectiveness in public service delivery. He highlighted that skills acquired through the programme contribute to capacity building, improved leadership, and professional development across various sectors, ultimately strengthening service provision to the ppublic.
At the same occasion, the High Commissioner Kumar described the ITEC programme as a flagship initiative of the Government of india, embodying the spirit of partnership, solidarity, and the sharing of India’s knowledge and expertise with developing nations.
He noted that the long-standing partnership between India and Lesotho through the ITEC programme reflects a shared commitment to development and mutual cooperation between the two countries.
The High Commissioner further emphasized that the Government of India encourages beneficiaries of the programme to return home and apply the skills and knowledge gained to make a meaningful impact within their respective institutions, for the betterment of the Kingdom of Lesotho.
Speaking on behalf of the alumni, Mrs. ’Makamohelo Molatsane Mashea, who attended a Nursing Leadership and Management course in India, said the programme had equipped her with valuable leadership and management skills.
She expressed hope that the knowledge gained would be implemented in Lesotho to enhance the quality of health services in the country.
The ITEC programme is an initiative of the Government of India that offers capacity-building opportunities through training courses, scholarships, and technical cooperation to partner countries, with the aim of promoting sustainable development and human resource development.
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