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"Now the company is demanding M1.6 billion from the government for cutting its contract while it had six more years to go."
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Nthomeng Majara
Nthomeng Justina Majara is a Mosotho jurist and politician serving as Deputy Prime Minister of Lesotho since 2022. A member of Revolution for Prosperity, she previously served as Chief Justice of Lesotho from 2014 to 2018, being the first woman to be appointed to either office.
"Now the company is demanding M1.6 billion from the government for cutting its contract while it had six more years to go."
"Lesotho, like many African countries, faces serious inequality in healthcare access between urban and rural areas."
"The government’s decision also came after the company fired 300 nurses who had been on strike for more than 40 days."
"They have entered the courts to demand the money, we will not discuss it more,” Justice Majara said. She said the agreements were not signed following proper procedures."
"G Global was to regulate and collect M-Pesa and Ecocash money given to the public as shares."
"If the government loses the cases launched in the courts, Lesotho will lose a lot of money."
"This is the 10th year after the agreement was signed, but this project is still at the planning stage."
"Africa is home to approximately 1.5 billion people, making it the second most populated continent after Asia."
"This youthful population presents immense potential."
"But without proper investment, especially in health, we risk losing that potential to disease, lack of opportunity, and preventable challenges."
"To build resilient health systems, we must act now. We must invest in health infrastructure, digital health systems, and local innovation. This will reduce our reliance on imported medical solutions and ensure that no one is left behind."
"Strong, accessible healthcare systems are not just about saving lives—they’re about enabling productivity, fostering innovation, and securing our shared future."