Lesotho, July 1 -- Sport is more than competition; it is a stage where fairness, inclusion, and integrity must shine. Protecting the rights and safety of athletes has become a global priority, especially in the fight against gender-based violence and doping practices.

During a recent stakeholder engagement between Ministry of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture, Anti-Doping Education Officer Thabo Kholopo emphasized the importance of improved governance systems, transparent policies, and accountable procedures to ensure that sport remains clean, equitable, inclusive, and accessible. He stressed that athletes, national sporting bodies, and international organizations such as the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) are central to safeguarding s...