We are excited to announce the official nominees for the MBC National Small Business Awards 2025 🎉. Congratulations to all nominees for showcasing the passion and innovation driving Lesotho’s entrepreneurship.
What’s Next? Voting officially begins now! Each nominee has a unique voting code listed below.
How to Vote: check at the end of list for voting details.
- Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
- Mamokete Reginah Qekisi – Kido Table Charm – MBC A1
- Makata Matekane – Makata Foundation– MBC A2
- Malintle Seliane – Pacific Investment PTY Ltd– MBC A3
- Khauhelo Molaoa – IDA Textile PTY Ltd– MBC A4
- Reitumetse Kobo – Joycey Style Gifting & Crafts– MBC A5
- Nonjabulo Mokuku Mokenela – Shefire Executive Chefs– MBC A6
- Mamokonyana Letsosa – Harmony Bakes– MBC A7
- Makhabisi Ntse'nya – Atlehang Foods– MBC A8
- Mathembi Letsema – Kolonyama Training Institute– MBC A9
- Itumeleng Lentoa – Tumi Lentoa– MBC A10
- Mampiti Thamae – Gifted Hands Crafts– MBC A11
- Nteboheleng Mohanoe – E&E Farm Produce– MBC A12
- T`sepiso Nkotoane – TNM Holdings– MBC 13
- Mamello Makhobotloane – MBC 14
- Entrepreneur of the Year Award
- Mosebetsi Rapitso – Iconics Clothing– MBC B1
- Kharebe Mahasa – StylebyMahasa– MBC B2
- Maletsatsi Sebajoe – Flawless Faces Flossy– MBC B3
- Motheo Mokhothu – Maqebekoanr Bakery– MBC B4
- Rethabile Ernestina Mohosho – Mokwao Arts & Crafts– MBC B5
- Karabo Motsamai – Walker Solar Bakery– MBC B5
- Pick Me Up – Pick Me Up– MBC B7
- Mohato R Mahloane – Tourers and Tours– MBC B8
- Malintle Seliane – Pacific Investment PTY Ltd– MBC B9
- Khauhelo Molaoa – IDA Textile PTY LTD– MBC 10
- Daniel Monyaesa – Danny Express Print– MBC B11
- Reitumetse Kobo – Joycey Style Gifting & Crafts– MBC B12
- Nonjabulo Mokuku Mokenela – Shefire Executive Chefs– MBC 13
- Pakazitha Mokenela – Marketing Mokenela Consulting– MBC 14
- Mathembi Letsema – Kolonyama Training Institute– MBC B15
- Isaac K Kolisang – Typac Visuals– MBC B16
- Mampiti Thamae – Gifted Hands Crafts– MBC B17
- Moshe – Utrack– MBC B18
- Qoane Mothibeli – Juli Germ– MBC B19
- Biggy Paper Bags – Biggy Paper Bags– MBC B20
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Category A
- Kharebe Mahasa – StylebyMahasa– MBC D1
- Maletsatsi Sebajoe – Flawless Faces Flossy– MBC D2
- Motheo Mokhothu – Maqebekoanr Bakery– MBC D3
- Mankhala Letsie – Semana Beekeeping Farm– MBC D4
- Pinki Masoetsa – Flipper Collection– MBC D5
- Rethabile Ernestina Mohosho – Mokwao Arts & Crafts– MBC D6
- Karabo Motsamai – Walker Solar Bakery– MBC D7
- Liteboho Lethole – Pick Me Up– MBC D8
- Bokang Molelle – PBL Farm Products– MBC D9
- Malintle Seliane – Pacific Investment PTY Ltd– MBC D10
- Khauhelo Molaoa – IDA Textile PTY LTD– MBC D11
- Pitso Mosala – Mama Mosala Advertising & Marketing Agency– MBC D12
- Lintle Khaola – Fine Crafts– MBC D13
- Isaac K Kolisang – Typac Visuals– MBC D14
- Mathembi Letsema – Kolonyama Training Institute– MBC D15
- Motaung Khitsane – Khitsane Sons Kioski– MBC D16
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Category B
- Mamotseki Jockey – The Creation Lab Events and Catering– MBC E1
- Leutsoa Ezekiel Khobotlo – Khobotlo Agri Solutions– MBC E2
- Tsoana Vinette Ranyali – – MBC E3
- Reitumetse Sehobai – Tumi's Fresh Harvest– MBC E4
- Mammatli Nts’inyi – Mamitah’s Pastry Shop– MBC E5
- Itumeleng Lentoa – Tumi Lentoa– MBC E6
- Neo Mokhali – 019 Craft– MBC E7
- Motaung Khitsane – Khitsane Sons Kioski– MBC E8
- Toka Ralikhomo – Farications– MBC E9
- Mpho Nkhoboti – Be You Woolen– MBC E10
- Reekelitsoe Rapoeea – Pat and Rex Soul Stories– MBC E11
- Selloane Maliane – Grace Cleaning Service– MBC E12
- MatheLira Molapo – GreatWay Distribution Pty Ltd– MBC E13
D. Manufacturing Business of the Year Award
- Mosebetsi Rapitso – Iconics Clothing– MBC N1
- Motheo Mokhothu – Maqebekoanr Bakery– MBC N2
- Rethabile Ernestina Mohosho – Mokwao Arts & Crafts– MBC N3
- ’Mateboho Agnes Shale – Africa Job Creation Opportunities– MBC N4
- Khauhelo Molaoa – IDA Textile PTY LTD– MBC N 5
- Reitumetse Kobo – Joycey Style Gifting & Crafts– MBC N6
- Lithabiso Sebeko – Jos Cleaning Products– MBC N7
- Lebohang Mokake – Leshem C– MBC N8
- Mampiti Thamae – Gifted Hands Crafts– MBC N9
- Neo Mokhali – 019 Craft– MBC N10
- Mamohlali Ramalitse – Exy Art & Design– MBC N11
- Rosalea Rafoneke – Bits and Boards– MBC N12
- MGS Aluminium & Glass – MBC N13
E. Health & Beauty Business of the Year Award
- Maletsatsi Sebajoe – Flawless Faces Flossy– MBC X1
- Mankhala Letsie – Semana Beekeeping Farm– MBC X2
- Cliford Tarr – Lifesavers– MBC X3
- Malintle Seliane – Pacific Investment PTY Ltd– MBC X4
- Mpho Forere – Hair Expects– MBC X5
- Malehlohonolo Maoto – Moliehi's Hair Salon– MBC X6
- Itumeleng Jane – ITU Beauty Parlor– MBC X7
- Matsepo Sello – Lehakoe Cosmetics– MBC X8
- Matsibela Lesoli – Smile Street– MBC X9
- Lifeline Medical Centre – Lifeline Medical Centre-MBC X10
- Tebello – MBC X11
- Relebohile Nkhi – MBC X12
- Matsheliso Matheko – MBC X13
- Motla-O-Tutsoe Curative Herbs – MBC X14
- Makhoabane Khoabane– MBC X15
F. Farming Business of the Year Award
- Mankhala Letsie – Semana Beekeeping Farm– MBC K2
- Kolobe Ben Thato – Force Farms– MBC K3
- Bokang Molelle – PBL Farm Products– MBC K4
- Mphafi Phoka – Dairy Cattle– MBC K5
- Leutsoa Ezekiel Khobotlo – Khobotlo Agri Solutions– MBC K6
- Reitumetse Sehobai – Tumi's Fresh Harvest– MBC K7
- Nteboheleng Mohanoe – E&E Farm Produce– MBC K8
- Molapo Motemekoane – MBC K9
- Tiisetso Sefatsane-Agrihive-MBC K10
- Molemo hlabi- hlabi Farms-MBC K11
- Neo Thakhuli-NT Agric Inputs-MBC K12
G. Food & Beverage Business of the Year Award
- MatheLira Molapo – GreatWay Distribution Pty Ltd– MBC H1
- Nonjabulo Mokuku Mokenela – Shefire Executive Chefs– MBC H2
- Mamokonyana Letsosa – Harmony Bakes– MBC H3
- Makhabisi Ntse'nya – Atlehang Foods– MBC H4
- Maboitumelo Masheane – Masutsa A Lihlaba Pty Ltd– MBC H5
- Tsoana Vinette Ranyali – MBC H6
- Mammatli Nts’inyi – Mamitah’s Pastry Shop– MBC H7
- Mojela Malakane – Jays Restaurant– MBC H8
- Luti Foods Sauces – MBC H9
- Chilli Garlic Blend – MBC H10
- Lijeng Limpe- Masutsa Catering-MBC11
- Limpho Moremoholo- Mountain Tastes-MBC 12
H. Fashion & Design Business of the Year Award
• Flipper Masoetsa – Flipper Collection– MBC F1
• Mamotseki Jockey – The Creation Lab Events and Catering– MBC F2
• Leseli Stitches – MBC F3
• Tselane Couture– MBC F4
• Sehloho Mosoatsi – Khoisi Bespoke– MBC F5
• Ngaka Lebona – Wool Works (Pty) – MBC F6
• Pinki Masoetsa – Flipper Collection– MBC F7
• Global Fashion Designs– MBC F8
• Thaba Libe– Thaba Tailors– MBC F9
• Lothola Creations– MBC F10
• Nalane Fashions– MBC F11
• Tselane Ramoholi–For her Style– MBC F12
J. Travel & Tourism Business of the Year Award
- Liteboho Lethole– Pick Me Up– MBC Z1
- Mohato R Mahloane – Tourers and Tours– MBC Z2
- Lekena Kente – Pathfinders Travel and Tours– MBC Z3
- Tsepo Matlou – Tsela Tours– MBC Z4
- Thabiso Seotsa – iKonke Tour Explora– MBC Z5
- Litebohon Mapuru – MBC Z6
- Molula Wanderers-MBC Z7
- Sehlaba group of Campanies–MBC Z8
- Mohale Movers –MBC Z9
- Sefali Matsoso–Adventure cabs–MBC Z10
- Pusetso Theko–Brothers Rides–MBC Z11
K. Creative & Media Business of the Year Award
- Isaac K Kolisang – Typac Visuals– MBC W1
- Thabelo – Peo Creative Agency– MBC W2
- Retsilisitso Nkhabu –– MBC W3
- Motheo Mokhothu – Maqebekoanr Bakery– MBC W4
- Lerato Chaoane – Local Content Creator– MBC W5
- Moekoa Thahane – PopUp Afrika– MBC W6
- Jennah Chaltin – JNJ Network– MBC W7
- Phoka Hlomohang Makara – Agritalk Lesotho– MBC W8
- Teboho Manyanya – MBC W9
- Hlompho Leseli-Leseli Design–MBC W10
- Thabo Mosiea-Joy Media–MBC W11
- Mpho Qhephe-MQ Art Studio–MBC W12
Next Step:
Voting for the Top 10 nominees is now OPEN until 20th October 2025.
How to Vote:
1 Vote = M2 | 10 Votes = M10 | 60 Votes = M50
Via Mpesa:
- Dial *200# → Mpesa Service → Pay Merchants & Fees
- Till Number: 58560 (Maseru Business Club)
- Enter Amount
- Reference: Nominee Code (e.g., MBC W20)
Via Ecocash:
- Dial *199# → Pay Merchants → Pay Fees
- Merchant Number: 78752 (Maseru Business Club)
- Enter Amount
- Reference: Nominee Code (e.g., MBC W20)
Nominees are encouraged to send their business logos or profile pictures for personalized posters via WhatsApp +266 5795 8560 or email awards@mbc.co.ls.
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Save the Date: Main Awards Gala – 22nd November 2025 🎉
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The Maseru Business Club Small Business Awards have become a premier event celebrating entrepreneurship and enterprise excellence in Lesotho. Since their launch in 2023, these awards have recognized and honored outstanding small businesses that demonstrate innovation, resilience, and impact in their industries.
The inaugural 2023 Small Business Awards attracted over 300 businesses, setting the stage for a tradition of acknowledging and uplifting Lesotho’s entrepreneurial community. The event gained significant attention from startups, established enterprises, and key stakeholders, fostering a culture of recognition and motivation among small business owners.
Building on this success, the 2024 edition expanded its reach, drawing even more participation from entrepreneurs across different sectors. With increased interest from sponsors, business leaders, and the general public, the awards solidified their reputation as a key platform for showcasing entrepreneurial talent and driving business growth in Lesotho.
Looking ahead, the 2025 Maseru Business Club Small Business Awards are set to take place in November, promising an even bigger and better celebration of entrepreneurship. This upcoming edition will continue to highlight outstanding businesses, offer valuable networking opportunities, and create visibility for enterprises striving to make an impact.
Entrepreneurs, business owners, and stakeholders are encouraged to stay updated on the awards, nomination process, and event details by following the Maseru Business Club’s social media pages for the latest announcements.