The department of information was started in 1963 for its general public relations services. It has developed a film library, photography and press release facilities which are essential for its activities. In the early stages it was little more than an extension of the General Office of Information in London whose periodicals, features, posters, pictures and other educational material were distributed.
The department of information was started in 1963 for its general public relations services. It has developed a film library, photography and press release facilities which are essential for its activities. In the early stages it was little more than an extension of the General Office of Information in London whose periodicals, features, posters, pictures and other educational material were distributed.
The Department strives to develop and maintain a printing and publishing infrastructure for effective coverage of the country by way of newspapers, periodicals, pictures and other printed materials. It also endeavours to develop and improve print content that is relevant to national development.
To research, develop and apply appropriate technologies to achieve sustainable development, directed by continuous needs assessment and to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Create awareness on ATS products and services through demonstrations, public gatherings, presentations, exhibitions, conducting needs assessment studies and media at large.
Train local entrepreneurs on appropriate technologies (technology transfer), for example bread baking and drying of fruits and vegetables.
Produces a number of appropriate technology products related to fuel/ energy conservation, food preservation, farming, household and small business use.
Avail use of ATS machines at a charge; machines for cutting, bending and rolling of metal.
Provide in-service training of engineering students
The project of developing a sand based mini-hatchery or incubator was conceived when a number of individual clients approached ATS with the need to own an affordable chicken egg incubator for a small commercial poultry operation...
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The project was initiated after few farmers came to ATS to request assistance on how to implement efficient, cost effective, and reliable measures to irrigate fields and store water for irrigation purposes. The project aims to leverage...
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Harnessing of solar energy for generation of electricity and water heating is a well-established technology. Various devices are used to harness the sun?s energy like solar photovoltaic (PV) panels for electricity generation and...
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Lesotho as a developing country has many challenges in terms of access to modern amenities such as electricity by the majority of citizens. The Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) grid electricity does not cover the whole country, neither...
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