Sovereign Military Hospitaller
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
07/05/2025
Ambassador Attends Lourdes Pilgrimage
We are pleased to share the successful completion of the pilgrimage of malades and pilgrims from Kenya, Ethiopia, and Uganda, attended by Ambassador Murphy. This significant journey not only provided spiritual nourishment but also fostered a sense of community and support among participants. A heartfelt thank you to Counselor Sam Mattock of the Order's Embassy in Kenya and Chargé Merha Agonafer in the Order's Ethiopian Embassy for their outstanding dedication and hard work in coordinating this pilgrimage. The Ambassador also extended our gratitude to the companions of the Order of Malta in Kenya, the British Association of the SMOM, the Grand Priory of England for being our hosts. Your collaboration exemplifies the spirit of solidarity and compassion that defines our mission. As we reflect on this pilgrimage, we are reminded of the importance of unity and faith in overcoming challenges. Together, we continue to serve those in need and strengthen our bonds within the community. Thank you to everyone involved for making this pilgrimage a memorable and enriching experience. Let us carry the spirit of Lourdes in our hearts as we move forward in our service to others.
24/10/2024
King of Lesotho Received at Grand Chancellery in Rome
The Grand Chancellor of the Sovereign Order of Malta received on 15th October, King Letsie III of Lesotho. Accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations of the Kingdom of Lesotho, Lejone Mpotjoana, King Letsie III was welcomed at the Magistral Palace, seat of the Order’s government, by the Grand Chancellor Riccardo Paternò di Montecupo, the Grand Hospitaller Fra’ Alessandro de Franciscis and the inaugural Ambassador of the Order to Lesotho Michael P. Murphy, KM.
05/10/2024
Inaugural Ambassador Presents His Credentials
The inaugural Ambassador of the Order of Malta to the Kingdom of Lesotho presented his credentials to His Majesty King Letsie, III in a ceremony at the Royal Palace.
04/10/2024
Ambassador Attends Lesotho Bicentennial Celebration
In a vibrant display of national pride, thousands of Basotho gathered at Setsoto Stadium in Maseru on Friday to celebrate the dual milestones of Lesotho’s 58th independence anniversary and the 200th anniversary of its founding by King Moshoeshoe I.
03/10/2024
Ambassador Visits the Archbishop of Maseru
In a momentous occasion for both the Sovereign Order of Malta and the Roman Catholic Church in Lesotho, Ambassador Michael Murphy paid an official visit to His Grace, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Maseru, Gerard Tlali Lerotholi, OMI.
25/09/2024
Grand Chancellor Holds Bilateral Talks with the Kingdom of Lesotho
The Grand Chancellor of the Order of Malta held a bilateral session with His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho at the Lesotho Mission to the United Nations.
23/09/2024
Ambassador meets with the King and Queen of Lesotho
The Permanent Representative of the Order of Malta to the African Union held a series of meetings with their majesties the King and Queen of Lesotho on the margins of the United Nations 79th General Assembly in New York.
31/01/2024
Holy Father receives the Order of Malta’s Ambassador to Lesotho in audience
On January 27th, 2024, the final day of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta’s Ambassadors Conference the Holy Father received in private audience all the participating ambassadors.
07/12/2021
The Order of Malta and Lesotho established diplomatic relations
The Ambassador of the Order of Malta to the United Nations in New York exchanged notes with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Lesotho to the United Nations to open diplomatic relations.