Lesotho’s athletic prowess is once again in the spotlight as Mokulubete Makatisi secures her place at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Lesotho National Olympic Committee proudly announced her selection, making her the third athlete from the country to receive a Universality Invitation to the prestigious event.
Makatisi’s journey to Paris has been marked by remarkable achievements and outstanding performances. Over the past year, she has set National Records in both the half-marathon and 10km events. Her talent and dedication were evident as she clinched two silver medals at the African Beach Games in Tunisia and finished 5th in the African Games in Accra, Ghana.
Notably, Makatisi was the sole female athlete from Lesotho to qualify and compete in the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Her recent triumphs include a victory at the Two Oceans half marathon and a commendable 9th-place finish at the Vienna City Marathon in Austria.
This invitation is a testament to Makatisi’s unwavering commitment to her sport and her country. Despite personal ambitions, she has always prioritized representing Lesotho on the international stage, delivering stellar performances and making her nation proud.
Universality invitations in athletics are reserved for National Olympic Committees that have not qualified a male or female athlete, making Makatisi’s selection a significant achievement for Lesotho.
