Appointment of Dr. Moeketsi Joseph Letele as the 5th Rector of the Lesotho College of Education (LCE)
The Lesotho College of Education (LCE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Moeketsi Joseph Letele as its 5th Rector, effective 1st September 2024. Dr. Letele brings with him a wealth of experience in the education sector, spanning nearly two decades across both basic and higher education, as well as leadership and governance roles within the private and non-governmental sectors.
Dr. Letele’s tenure at the College began in June 2023 when he was appointed as the Deputy Rector Academic Affairs. Shortly thereafter, he stepped into the role of Acting Rector, which he held until August 2024. During his brief time in this position, Dr. Letele has demonstrated strong leadership and a commitment to the College’s mission of providing high-quality education, research, and community engagement.
Dr. Letele’s academic and professional journey is impressive. Before joining LCE, he was the Country Director at the Institute of Development Management (IDM) in Lesotho. His previous roles include Principal Quality Assurance and Standards Officer at the Council on Higher Education (CHE), Director of Academic Quality Assurance at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (LUCT), and a lecturer at both LUCT and the National University of Lesotho (NUL). He has also served as a member of the Higher Education Quality Assurance Committee, a statutory Committee of the CHE, which oversees quality assurance and awards accreditation at the national level.
He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration, along with several other advanced degrees in Education, Financial Management, International Business, and Labour Law. His extensive knowledge, combined with his governance expertise honed at the Examinations Council of Lesotho (ECOL), the National Manpower Development Council (NMDC), and various academic advisory boards, positions him as an ideal leader to guide the College through its next chapter.
In his role as Rector, Dr. Letele will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the College, working closely with the Governing Council and various internal and external stakeholders. His primary responsibility will be to provide strategic leadership and ensure that LCE continues to achieve its mission of academic excellence, enhanced service delivery, and operational efficiency. His commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement will be key to the future growth and development of the College.
Dr. Letele’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for the institution, as LCE looks to enhance its impact on the education landscape in Lesotho and beyond. With his strong vision, leadership capabilities, and passion for education, Dr. Letele will lead efforts to further the College’s reputation as a centre of excellence in teacher education and professional development.
The LCE community extends its congratulations and warm welcome to Dr. Letele. We are confident that his leadership will continue to inspire both staff and students to reach new heights in their academic and professional endeavours.
About Lesotho College of Education: The Lesotho College of Education (LCE) is dedicated to providing high-quality teacher education and professional development. Through its mission of delivering quality education, research, and community engagement, LCE strives to foster a conducive learning environment for the development of highly skilled and competent educators who will contribute to the advancement of the education sector in Lesotho.