Maseru, Sept. 09 — The Senate has officially reconvened for the seventh meeting of the first session of the Eleventh Parliament, following the winter recess. The sitting marks the continuation of legislative duties after a period intended for members to reconnect with their constituencies.
In his welcome address, the Vice-President of the Senate, Mr. Tsukutlane Au, expressed optimism that Senators have returned revitalised and ready to tackle the significant workload ahead.
He reminded members that recess periods are not merely breaks, but opportunities to engage directly with communities, address pressing local concerns, and strengthen the link between Parliament and the people.
Reflecting on the achievements of the previous sitting, Mr. Au highlighted the successful passage of the landmark 10th Amendment to the Constitution. This legislative milestone, he noted, has contributed to Lesotho’s removal from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) agenda on political instability, a development he described as a positive step towards national stability and democratic maturity.
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