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About Us

Fighting Money Laundering and Combating Terrorist Financing

The Financial Intelligence Unit acts as a central national agency responsible for receiving, requesting, analyzing and dissemination to law enforcement agencies.

 We liase with the responsible bodies for disclosures of financial information concerning suspected proceeds of crime and alleged money laundering and terrorist financing offences with the aim to combat money laundering, terrorist financing and related financial crimes.

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Our main goal

Creating a Business with Authentic Integrity

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) was established in 2008 by the Government of Lesotho to effectively implement the provisions of the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act (MLPCA) which came into operation on 1 April 2008.

Vision

To be a dynamic centre of excellence providing financial
intelligence reports for fighting money laundering and combating terrorist financing in Lesotho and Internationally.

Mission

To proactively protect and strengthen the integrity of the country’s financial and economic system. .

Our Core Values

In all its endeavours and activities, FIU is committed to the following values:

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