Unipod Lesotho

The Lesotho UniPod program, an initiative supported by UNDP, is embedded within university environments to cultivate a culture of innovation and active learning

[UNDP Lesotho @UNDPLesotho]

Are you an incubator or accelerator ready to scale your impact? Join the Timbuktoo Pan-African Incubator Network & plug into a continent-wide alliance backed by UNDP, mobilizing $1B to support 10,000+ startups.

Apply by Jan 10, 2026! https://t.co/hwOOG8PQuM

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Meet Kethabile Tšephe, our innovator using plastic waste and wood to create eco-friendly STEM toys through Bright Bit.
Her project turns discarded materials into durable learning tools that benefit kids and communities.
@UNDPLesotho @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso @timbuktooafrica

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Mechatronics Training Program is underway!
Participants are diving into the theoretical phase soon, they’ll be getting their hands dirty with hands-on experience. Stay tuned to see what they create!
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Creativity in every stitch!
One of our #SparkStudio2025 participants is turning yarn into fashion knitting beautiful tops, hats, jerseys, and more. A true showcase of skill, passion, and entrepreneurship!

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Through the #SparkStudio2025 programme, participants are showcasing their newly gained skills in content creation combining branding, storytelling, and digital design to bring their businesses to life!
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

We had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Rethabile Maekane for an insightful session on Branding & Advertising where entrepreneurs learned to build brands with heart, purpose & authenticityFollowed by a Financial Literacy session on turning passion into sustainability.
@UNDPLesotho

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Mr. Thabiso Frank Molise from @Limkokwing_LS who led a session on Digital Marketing & Content Creation during #SparkStudio2025 reminding us that great marketing isn’t just about posting but purpose story & connection.@ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Mr. Hlabathe Edwin Posholi, facilitated on Storytelling and Human Design Thinking as participants learned how to craft brand narratives that resonate deeply with their target audiences, turning their businesses into stories people connect with and believe in.

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Our #SparkStudio2025 facilitator shares her experience leading Design Thinking and Storytelling sessions with participants in Quthing
Empowering young creatives to turn ideas into impact!
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

Digital Marketing session was led by the incredible Masetenane Moshoeshoe from @econetlesotho
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and empowering our MSMEs to thrive in the digital space.
This was a day buzzing with energy, creativity, and digital inspiration!

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

@Hlabathe447471 facilitating a powerful session on storytelling and design thinking for #SparkStudio2025 participants. Turning ideas into impact, one story at a time!#UniPodLesotho #Innovation
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @Limkokwing_LS @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

All hands on deck in Leribe!
3 districts Leribe, Butha-Buthe & Mokhotlong are represented at the Spark Studio training workshop.
Day 1 kicked off with storytelling for business and design thinking
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

#sparkstudio2025 #unipod

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

The energy is high! Our Spark Studio 2025 participants from Leribe, Mokhotlong & Butha-Buthe are ready to embark on a journey of learning, creativity, and innovation
#SparkStudio2025 #UniPod #Innovation
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

The French Embassy, led by the Head of Cooperation joined by the Lesotho Consular & Head of Development Effectiveness, toured UniPod From the Greentech to FoodTech spaces and they even experienced Lesotho through VR!
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

To boost female inclusion in STEM, UniPod Lesotho will host a Mechatronics Training Program for young women under #STEAM2025.This initiative will build skills & empower the next generation of women in tech @UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

🎉 Big congratulations to our Spark Studio participants across Lesotho! You’re starting an exciting journey to gain digital skills that will empower your small businesses to grow & thrive.
#SparkStudio
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

💡our every own Sebopi UniPod intern shares his journey from building a robotic arm system that lifts heavy objects to discovering new skills in the mechanical workshop.🚀
#UniPodLesotho #InnovationInAction
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso

[Unipod Lesotho @UniPodLS_Sebopi]

🌱 From agriculture to innovation! Our LIFT participant shares her inspiring journey of applying her background in agriculture to design solutions for the public sector. 🚀
#LIFTLesotho #UniPod
@UNDPLesotho @ahunnaeziakonwa @timbuktooafrica @JacquiyOlweya @nmatsoso