Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance

03/06/2026

🎉 Welcome to the LeBoHA family! 🎉

Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance recently hosted an orientation workshop for 12 newly enrolled Medical and Dental Interns, bringing together our newest cohort to learn about the internship programme, connect with one another, and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.

The orientation was attended by our valued stakeholders from the Ministry of Health and the Lesotho Medical, Dental and Pharmacy Council (LMDPC), whose continued support plays a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare in Lesotho.

With the addition of these 12 interns, LeBoHA has now enrolled and trained a total of 224 Medical and Dental Interns, making this our 16th cohort. This milestone reflects years of commitment to developing skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our communities.

We wish our interns success as they begin this important chapter in their careers. 💙

26/05/2026

On 22 May 2026, Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance (LeBoHA) proudly commemorated World Family Doctor Day under this year’s theme, “Compassionate Care in a Digital World,” together with the students, teachers, and caregivers of St. Paul School for the Deaf. 🩺🌍

The day was filled with meaningful activities, including health screenings for pupils, teachers, and caregivers, highlighting the importance of promoting health and ensuring healthcare remains accessible and inclusive for everyone.

One of the most impactful moments of the day was a powerful drama performance presented by the students, which shed light on the communication challenges often experienced by members of the deaf community in healthcare settings. The performance sparked meaningful discussions on how digital technology can help bridge communication gaps through real-time translation and multimodal communication, supporting more inclusive care and preserving patient autonomy.

As we continue advancing healthcare through innovation, this commemoration reminded us that compassionate care, dignity, and inclusion remain at the heart of Family Medicine.

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to Motebang Hospital for their participation and contribution in making this event a success. Partnerships and collaboration remain essential in strengthening healthcare and serving our communities.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the day memorable.

22/05/2026

19/05/2026

Today, Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance proudly joins the global community in commemorating World Family Doctor Day 2026 under this year’s theme: *“Compassionate Care in a Digital World.”* 🩺🌍

As healthcare continues to evolve through technology and innovation, the essence of Family Medicine remains unchanged — providing compassionate, person-centered, and continuous care to individuals, families, and communities.

On this important day, we celebrate Family Doctors for their dedication to caring for people at every stage of life and for the vital role they play in strengthening primary healthcare systems.

We also take pride in LeBoHA’s contribution toward advancing Family Medicine in Lesotho. Through its Masters of Medicine in Family Medicine, LeBoHA continues to support the development of skilled Family Doctors and strengthen the future of healthcare in the country. Since accreditation, LeBoHA has successfully produced 12 Family Doctors who continue to make meaningful contributions to healthcare delivery and community wellbeing.

Today, we celebrate the profession, recognize the impact of Family Doctors, and reaffirm our commitment to strengthening Family Medicine in Lesotho.

Happy World Family Doctor Day!

08/05/2026

As future citizens the well-being begins with strong and responsive systems capable of providing quality care from the first moment of life

In collaboration with Children’s National Hospital- Washington DC, Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance hosted a week long skill space neonator resuscitation training for more than 40 Healthcare providers from Motebang Hospital and Maseru Regional Hospital.

The training combined classroom based lining with hands on protocol drills led by experts both from Children’s National and LeBoHA - creating a space for knowledge, exchange clinical strengthening, and collaborative learning.

Because strengthening newborn care begins with investing in the people who provide it.

23/04/2026

LeBoHA Participates in Regional Quality Assurance Training in Germany

Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance is proud to be part of ongoing regional efforts to strengthen quality assurance in higher education.

Through the DAAD TrainIQA programme, LeBoHA joined fellow professionals from across SADC countries in a shared platform focused on advancing quality assurance systems.

Representing Lesotho alongside Lerotholi Polytechnic , the engagement reflects a collaborative national contribution to these important conversations.

Hosted at the Universität Potsdam in Germany 🇩🇪, the programme created space for knowledge exchange, skills development, and strengthening institutional practices.

LeBoHA remains committed to being part of meaningful conversations that shape the future of higher education

21/04/2026

Not only Local. Regional & Intentional

Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance is part of the Primary Care Assessment Tool study - "Improving the core functions of Primary Care in Sub-Saharan Africa ", being conducted across 10 countries in the region

In Leribe, the work is happening where it matters the most: with patients.
Our research assistants are on the ground, engaging directly with patients in health centres- capturing real experiences, real voices, and real insights from the frontlines of Care.

The study focuses on strengthening fice core functions of Primary care
-Access
-Comprehensiveness
-Coordination
-Continuity of Care
-Patient-centeredness

This is what evidence-building looks like. Not assumptions- patient voices shaping the bigger picture.

Data collection is acutely underway, with analysis soon to follow- with these insights begin to inform stronger, more responsive systems

01/04/2026

Since 2019, Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance has been actively driving the transformation of Lesotho’s health system through our Dental & Medical Internship Program.

What started as a vision to strengthen healthcare through education and professional development has evolved into measurable impact: over 200 interns trained, empowered, and immersed in real-world clinical practice.

At LeBoHA, we don’t just facilitate internships — we build capacity where it matters most. Through structured mentorship, hands-on experience, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, our program equips future healthcare professionals with the skills, confidence, and exposure needed to deliver quality care.

This is our mission in action:
Building capacity. Strengthening systems. Investing in people.

Because a resilient health system is built by the people within it — and we are proud to be shaping that future, one professional at a time.

26/03/2026

LeBoHa Delegation at University of Botswana

Our Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance delegation recently had the privilege of engaging with the University of Botswana ’s Medical School in a knowledge-sharing visit aimed at strengthening systems, exchanging best practices, and exploring meaningful avenues for collaboration.

The delegation was thoughtfully composed of seasoned medical professionals, complemented by a strong supporting team of experts from diverse non-medical fields. This multidisciplinary approach enriched the engagement, allowing for well-rounded discussions that touched not only on clinical excellence, but also on systems, strategy, and sustainable healthcare delivery.

This engagement marks an important step in our continued commitment to improving healthcare delivery and capacity building. By learning from University of Botswana ’s experiences and innovations in medical education and practice, we are better positioned to enhance our own approaches and create lasting impact within our communities.

We are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and look forward to fostering partnerships that will drive excellence in healthcare and training.

16/03/2026

Non-Communicable Diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes, continue to place a growing burden on health systems across Lesotho. Strengthening the capacity of frontline health workers is therefore more important than ever.
Recently, the Lesotho-Boston Health Alliance hosted and facilitated a training for doctors and nurses from Motebang hospital, focused on prevention, early detection, and effective management of NCDs.
Through sessions like these healthcare professionals are equipped with updated knowledge and practical approaches that improve patient care and outcomes in their communities
We applaude the doctors and nurses from Motebang Hospital for their commitment to continuous learning and for the vital role in strengthening healthcare delivery in Lesotho
TOGETHER THROUGH COLLABORATION, EDUCATION AND PARTNERSHIP, WE CONTINUE WORKING TOWARDS A HEALTHY FUTURE FOR ALL BASOTHO