Memorial service for MCA boss

A memorial service will be held in Maseru on Thursday for the late Millennium Challenge Account-Lesotho II Authority (MCA-Lesotho II) chief executive officer, ‘Mannana Phalatse.

Phalatse died on Thursday last week.

“It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our CEO ‘M’e ‘Mannana Phalatse, a remarkable leader and visionary. She touched many lives and leaves behind a legacy of purpose, strength and compassion.

“We invite all who knew and loved her to join us in honouring her life this Thursday, virtually, via the link: https://fb.me/e/5T9JkMH4K,” MCA announced in a statement.

Phalatse was appointed CEO in 2023. Prior to assuming this role, she had distinguished herself as the Head of Compact II Development, where she led a diverse team of experts in crafting the Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact. 

Her previous roles included serving as senior economist at the Lesotho Millennium Development Agency (LMDA), an organisation tasked with the development of the Compact.

In 2003, Phalatse commenced her career as a senior customs officer at the then Lesotho Revenue Authority. She progressed through the ranks, taking on roles as an economist and later as senior analyst. Seeking fresh challenges, she made a significant move to the United States Embassy in Maseru, Lesotho, where she served as an economic specialist. 

Phalatse later became an economic advisor to the Ministry of Development Planning, actively contributing to the development of Lesotho’s second National Strategic Development Plan. 

She also briefly held the role of Head of Division for Reserves Management and Market Operations at the Central Bank of Lesotho.