General News, Legislative Agenda, Press Release
A high-power delegation from Lesotho comprising members of Parliament, electoral and legal technicians, led by Dr. Karabo Mokobocho-Mohlakoana, Commissioner of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), on Friday paid a courtesy visit to Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa of the House of Representatives of the 55th Legislature.
Members of Leadership of the House of Representatives who were in attendance during the meeting were Chairman on Judiciary, Atty. Michael Thomas; Chairman on Elections and Inauguration, Rep. Luther Collins; Chairman on Ways, Means, Finance and Development Planning, Rep. Dixon Seeboe and Chairman on Education and Public Administration, Rep. Thomas Romeo Quioh.
The courtesy visit of Lesotho aimed to gain valuable insights into the Liberia’s democratic election and referendum processes, which marks a significant step as Lesotho prepares for its upcoming constitutional referendum.
Commissioner Mokobocho-Mohlakoana emphasized importance of this visit, stating, “Lesotho is here to learn from Liberia’s experience in conducting democratic elections and referendums. As we prepare for our own constitutional referendum, understanding Liberia’s approach and methodologies is crucial for us.”
Deputy Speaker of the Lesotho National Assembly, Hon.Tsepang Tsita-Mosena added that the purpose of their visit is also part of ongoing reforms in Lesotho. She described the delegation’s visit as a peer-to-peer review, aiming to exchange knowledge and best practices in electoral processes and democratic governance.
In a warm reception, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Cllr. Koffa, welcomed the Lesotho delegation. He expressed his pleasure at seeing another African nation seeking to learn from Liberia’s experience.
“We are thrilled to host our Lesotho counterparts and share our experiences. Legislative exchanges like these are essential for fostering democratic development across the continent,” said Speaker Koffa.