It is the responsibility of the leadership from Lesotho and South Africa to continue working hard and ensure that the benefits that accrue from the implementation of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II are fully and equitably realised.
King Letsie III said this in his remarks delivered at the sod turning ceremony that marked the start of the major works of Phase II at Malingoaneng in Mokhotlong on Tuesday. The King said through hard work, collaboration and cooperation, South Africa can secure a constant supply of clean water for decades to come while Lesotho can look forward to more construction of world class infrastructure, increased generation of renewable energy and continuous flow of water.

He said today's events marked an important step both countries are taking in the implementation of the LHWP Treaty which was signed on October 24 in 1986. He said the project which has been running for over 30 years now has created partnership of importance to the two countries through which Lesotho is able to generate electricity for its citizens while South Africa is enjoying a reliable supply of clean water for households and industries.