The link between Lesotho and Wales is unique as it involves two nations. These have been built up over 22 years, see Dolen Cymru. The basis of this relationship is mutual friendship and understanding.
Aims
One of the aims of this relationship is to provide support to our colleagues in Lesotho who deliver healthcare under difficult circumstances.
As it became clear that one of the most pressing problems in Lesotho is a lack of human resources in the field of health and a skill sharing programme has evolved. This programme is coordinated in Lesotho by the directors of the health link, both Welsh Secondee's and in Wales by Dolen Cymru.
The Cardiff and Vale NHS Trust became officially twinned with the main referral hospital, the QEII in Lesotho in October 2007. Other trusts are in negotiation with hospitals in Lesotho to develop similar twinning arrangements.
This website is a forum to facilitate communication between health care workers in Wales who have or would like to, contribute to health care in Lesotho and to provide related resources.
