Party Manifesto 2025-2030
Building a United, Prosperous, and Democratic Lesotho
Message from the Party Leader
My fellow Basotho,
It is with great honor and humility that I present the Popular Front for Democracy's manifesto for the 2025-2030 period. This document represents our collective vision, dreams, and commitments to building a Lesotho that works for every citizen – a nation of opportunity, dignity, and prosperity for all.
Lesotho stands at a crossroads. We face significant challenges, but we also possess immense potential. Our people are resilient, our land is rich, and our spirit is unbreakable. What we need is bold leadership, clear vision, and unwavering commitment to transform this potential into reality.
This manifesto is not just a collection of promises – it is a comprehensive blueprint for national transformation. It addresses the fundamental challenges facing our nation while building on our strengths and values. Every commitment is backed by detailed implementation plans and clear accountability measures.
I invite you to join us on this journey of national renewal. Together, we can build the Lesotho our children deserve – a nation of peace, progress, and shared prosperity.
Advocate Thato Moleli
Party Leader, Popular Front for Democracy
Our Vision for Lesotho
National Vision
A united, democratic, and prosperous Lesotho where every citizen enjoys equal rights, opportunities, and dignity; where government serves the people with integrity and transparency; and where our cultural heritage and natural resources are preserved and leveraged for sustainable development.
Mission Statement
To transform Lesotho through inclusive economic development, democratic governance, social justice, and environmental sustainability, ensuring that no citizen is left behind in our journey toward shared prosperity.
Core Values and Principles
Fundamental Values Guiding Our Vision
Key Achievements by 2030
Pillar Commitments
Economic Transformation
- Create 500,000 decent jobs through diversified economic sectors
- Achieve 8% annual GDP growth through strategic investments
- Reduce unemployment from 28% to below 15%
- Attract M20 billion in foreign direct investment
- Develop Special Economic Zones with tax incentives
- Promote entrepreneurship and SME development
- Modernize agriculture for food security and export
- Develop tourism as a major economic sector
Healthcare for All
- Achieve universal health coverage for all citizens
- Reduce maternal mortality by 75% from current levels
- Reduce infant mortality by 60% from current levels
- Reduce HIV prevalence from 25% to below 10%
- Build and equip 3 new regional hospitals
- Construct 50 new primary healthcare centers
- Train 5,000 new healthcare professionals
- Ensure 90% population has healthcare access within 5km
Quality Education
- Achieve 100% literacy for all children by age 10
- Increase secondary school completion to 85%
- Reduce student-teacher ratio to 30:1 at primary level
- Provide tablets/laptops to all students and teachers
- Construct 200 new schools and upgrade existing facilities
- Establish Lesotho Medical University
- Implement competency-based curriculum reform
- Increase tertiary enrollment to 30%
Good Governance
- Improve corruption perception score to 60/100
- Increase citizen trust in government to 75%
- Implement transparent public procurement systems
- Establish specialized anti-corruption courts
- Create citizen oversight committees
- Implement e-governance platforms
- Strengthen democratic institutions
- Ensure 100% asset declaration compliance
Infrastructure Development
- Increase electricity access from 30% to 80%
- Increase paved road coverage from 18% to 50%
- Achieve 95% safe water access nationwide
- Construct 1,000km of new paved roads
- Build 200MW renewable energy capacity
- Deploy national fiber optic network
- Upgrade 90% of schools and health facilities
- Achieve 75% internet penetration
Social Protection
- Reduce poverty rate from 49% to below 20%
- Implement universal social pension for elderly
- Expand child grant program for vulnerable families
- Create youth employment guarantee program
- Build affordable housing for low-income families
- Strengthen social safety nets
- Promote gender equality and women's empowerment
- Protect rights of persons with disabilities
Priority Initiatives for First 100 Days
Immediate Action Plan
- Anti-Corruption: Establish special anti-corruption task force and launch investigations into major corruption cases
- Economic Recovery: Implement emergency job creation program employing 50,000 youth
- Healthcare: Hire 1,000 healthcare workers and equip 20 clinics with essential supplies
- Education: Remove school fees for primary education and provide meals to all students
- Agriculture: Launch emergency food security program and provide inputs to 100,000 farmers
- Governance: Implement open data policy and launch citizen feedback platform
Implementation Roadmap
Foundation and Emergency Response
- Stabilize economy and create emergency jobs
- Launch anti-corruption initiatives
- Begin healthcare and education reforms
- Start infrastructure development planning
Systemic Reform and Expansion
- Implement major economic diversification programs
- Scale up healthcare and education infrastructure
- Launch infrastructure development projects
- Strengthen governance institutions
Consolidation and Sustainability
- Achieve major development targets
- Ensure sustainability of programs
- Optimize service delivery
- Prepare for next development phase
Investment and Financing
| Sector | Investment (M Millions) | Expected Jobs | Key Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Development | 15,000 | 250,000 | Diversified economy, reduced poverty |
| Healthcare | 10,000 | 100,000 | Universal health coverage, improved outcomes |
| Education | 7,200 | 75,000 | Quality education, skilled workforce |
| Infrastructure | 12,000 | 150,000 | Modern infrastructure, connectivity |
| Governance Reform | 2,000 | 25,000 | Transparent government, reduced corruption |
| Social Protection | 3,800 | 30,000 | Poverty reduction, social equity |
| Total Investment | 50,000 | 630,000 | Comprehensive national transformation |
Accountability and Monitoring
Our Commitment to Accountability
We will implement robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure manifesto commitments are delivered:
- Quarterly Reports: Public progress reports on all manifesto commitments
- Annual Performance Review: Independent assessment of implementation progress
- Citizen Scorecards: Community monitoring of service delivery
- Parliamentary Oversight: Regular parliamentary reviews and accountability sessions
- Digital Dashboards: Real-time tracking of project progress and budgets
- Social Audit: Community participation in monitoring public programs
Our Pledge to the Nation
The PFD solemnly pledges to:
- Serve the people of Lesotho with integrity, honesty, and dedication
- Uphold democratic values and respect the will of the people
- Fight corruption without fear or favor
- Promote national unity and reject divisive politics
- Protect the rights and dignity of every citizen
- Ensure transparent and accountable governance
- Prioritize the needs of the poor and vulnerable
- Preserve our cultural heritage and natural environment
- Build a prosperous future for our children
- Honor all commitments made in this manifesto
Call to Action
Fellow Basotho, the future of our beloved nation is in our hands. This manifesto represents our promise, our plan, and our commitment to building the Lesotho we all deserve – a nation of peace, progress, and prosperity for every citizen.
We invite you to join us in this historic journey of national transformation. Vote for the Popular Front for Democracy and be part of building a better future for Lesotho.
Together, we can make our vision a reality!
Conclusion
This manifesto is more than a document – it is our covenant with the people of Lesotho. Every commitment is carefully considered, every plan is thoroughly researched, and every promise is backed by our unwavering determination to serve the nation.
The challenges ahead are significant, but so is our resolve. The journey ahead is demanding, but so is our commitment. Together, with your support and trust, we will transform Lesotho into the beacon of hope, progress, and prosperity that our people deserve.
The Popular Front for Democracy is ready to lead this transformation. We are ready to serve. We are ready to deliver. We are ready to build the future, together.
Published by: Popular Front for Democracy (PFD)
Date: April 2025
Approved by: National Executive Committee
Contact: info@pfd.org.ls | +266 XXXX XXXX
Headquarters: Leqele High School Area, Maseru, Lesotho