Lesotho

Country Lesotho
Capital Maseru
Continent Africa
Currency Lesotho loti(LSL)
Languages Sesotho & English

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Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. The Basuto National Party ruled for the first two decades. King MOSHOESHOE was exiled in 1990, but returned to Lesotho in 1992 and was reinstated in 1995. Constitutional government was restored in 1993 after seven years of military rule. In 1998, violent protests and a military mutiny following a contentious election prompted a brief but bloody intervention by South African and Botswana military forces under the aegis of the Southern African Development Community. Subsequent constitutional reforms restored relative political stability. Peaceful parliamentary elections were held in 2002, but the National Assembly elections of February 2007 were hotly contested and aggrieved parties continue to dispute how the electoral law was applied to award proportional seats in the Assembly.

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Lesotho - Wikipedia
Lesotho - CIA World Fact Book
Lesotho - BBC
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Lesotho PM Eyes Future Beyond Diamonds - IDEX OnlineLesotho PM Eyes Future Beyond Diamonds  IDEX Online

Lesotho e-invoicing plans - vatcalc.comLesotho e-invoicing plans  vatcalc.com

World Cup 2026 qualifiers – Benin vs Lesotho: date, time, broadcast channels and head-to-head history - Foot AfricaWorld Cup 2026 qualifiers – Benin vs Lesotho: date, time, broadcast channels and head-to-head history  Foot Africa

South Africa vs Nigeria 1-1: CAF World Cup qualifier – as it happened - Al JazeeraSouth Africa vs Nigeria 1-1: CAF World Cup qualifier – as it happened  Al Jazeera

World Cup 2026 qualifying: Dango Ouattara, Yoane Wissa and Lyle Foster on target - BBCWorld Cup 2026 qualifying: Dango Ouattara, Yoane Wissa and Lyle Foster on target  BBC

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Lesotho - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Lesotho  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

South Africa: Lesotho’s giant dam takes shape - ZAWYASouth Africa: Lesotho’s giant dam takes shape  ZAWYA

2025 News items - Lesotho formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Lesotho formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

MoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita Arrives in Lesotho; Set to Hold Bilateral Talks with Eswatini’s Minister of Foreign Affairs - NewsonairMoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita Arrives in Lesotho; Set to Hold Bilateral Talks with Eswatini’s Minister of Foreign Affairs  Newsonair

Lesotho’s potato priority - Food and Agriculture OrganizationLesotho’s potato priority  Food and Agriculture Organization

Born Negative: How U.S. Funding Protected a Lesotho Grandson From His Family’s HIV Struggle - Pulitzer CenterBorn Negative: How U.S. Funding Protected a Lesotho Grandson From His Family’s HIV Struggle  Pulitzer Center

MoS Margherita to visit Eswatini, Lesotho, South Africa for G20 Meet - DD NewsMoS Margherita to visit Eswatini, Lesotho, South Africa for G20 Meet  DD News

ECA Develops an Automotive Policy Framework to support Namibia and Lesotho’s Integration into the Automotive Regional Value Chain - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaECA Develops an Automotive Policy Framework to support Namibia and Lesotho’s Integration into the Automotive Regional Value Chain  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

In Lesotho, measles vaccination saves lives, saves time and saves money - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceIn Lesotho, measles vaccination saves lives, saves time and saves money  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Winter Arrives Early in Lesotho and South Africa - NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)Winter Arrives Early in Lesotho and South Africa  NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)

Goals and highlights: Benin 4-0 Lesotho in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers - VAVEL.comGoals and highlights: Benin 4-0 Lesotho in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers  VAVEL.com

Category: Lesotho - vatcalc.comCategory: Lesotho  vatcalc.com

MoS Pabitra Margherita to be on official visit to Eswatini, Lesotho & South Africa - NewsonairMoS Pabitra Margherita to be on official visit to Eswatini, Lesotho & South Africa  Newsonair

US tariffs: Lesotho factory that made Trump shirts hard hit by US tariffs - BBCUS tariffs: Lesotho factory that made Trump shirts hard hit by US tariffs  BBC

MoS for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita meets Lesotho PM Samuel Matekane - NewsonairMoS for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita meets Lesotho PM Samuel Matekane  Newsonair

Gavi and Government of Lesotho announce resumption of direct funding - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceGavi and Government of Lesotho announce resumption of direct funding  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

From inclusion to growth: How women’s financial access can fuel Lesotho’s economy - World Bank BlogsFrom inclusion to growth: How women’s financial access can fuel Lesotho’s economy  World Bank Blogs

Country cooperation strategy, 2024–2027: Lesotho - World Health Organization (WHO)Country cooperation strategy, 2024–2027: Lesotho  World Health Organization (WHO)

Lesotho’s historian ‘Burns’ Machobane told the country’s story – and helped build it after colonialism - The ConversationLesotho’s historian ‘Burns’ Machobane told the country’s story – and helped build it after colonialism  The Conversation

Lesotho activist arrested after video on unemployment rates angers prime minister - The GuardianLesotho activist arrested after video on unemployment rates angers prime minister  The Guardian

National workshop on the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes: Lesotho’s National Accession Process - UNECENational workshop on the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes: Lesotho’s National Accession Process  UNECE

Innovations and challenges in Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II - International Water PowerInnovations and challenges in Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II  International Water Power

How Lesotho ended up in the crosshairs of Trump’s tariff blitz - Times of IndiaHow Lesotho ended up in the crosshairs of Trump’s tariff blitz  Times of India

Lesotho: Nine things about the country Donald Trump says 'nobody has ever heard of' - BBCLesotho: Nine things about the country Donald Trump says 'nobody has ever heard of'  BBC

Tshepo Lipholo charged after accusing king of selling Lesotho to South Africa - BBCTshepo Lipholo charged after accusing king of selling Lesotho to South Africa  BBC

South Africa: Extended Duration of Stay for Nationals of Lesotho - FragomenSouth Africa: Extended Duration of Stay for Nationals of Lesotho  Fragomen

Corrocoat Secures The Future Of Lesotho’s Highlands Water - infrastructurenews.co.zaCorrocoat Secures The Future Of Lesotho’s Highlands Water  infrastructurenews.co.za

World Cup 2026 (Q): Benin crush Lesotho and seize second place in Group C - OneFootballWorld Cup 2026 (Q): Benin crush Lesotho and seize second place in Group C  OneFootball

Lesotho's biggest diamond mine cuts 20% of workforce as price slump persists - ReutersLesotho's biggest diamond mine cuts 20% of workforce as price slump persists  Reuters

‘Only job I know’: tiny Lesotho’s garment workers reel from Trump’s 50% tariffs - The Guardian‘Only job I know’: tiny Lesotho’s garment workers reel from Trump’s 50% tariffs  The Guardian

Know Lesotho: The country Trump said 'nobody has heard of' hits back - Times of IndiaKnow Lesotho: The country Trump said 'nobody has heard of' hits back  Times of India

How Trump's Speech Put Spotlight On Lesotho, A Small African Nation - NDTVHow Trump's Speech Put Spotlight On Lesotho, A Small African Nation  NDTV

Batting for Global South, India dispatches 1000 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Lesotho - DD NewsBatting for Global South, India dispatches 1000 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Lesotho  DD News

1,500 Lesotho health workers sent home after US aid suspended - European AIDS Treatment Group1,500 Lesotho health workers sent home after US aid suspended  European AIDS Treatment Group

Why Lesotho's horse races are such a big deal - DWWhy Lesotho's horse races are such a big deal  DW

Despite tariff reprieve, Lesotho says it is already hurting - ReutersDespite tariff reprieve, Lesotho says it is already hurting  Reuters

Lesotho threaten protest over Bafana Bafana’s potential selection of Mokoena - IOLLesotho threaten protest over Bafana Bafana’s potential selection of Mokoena  IOL

Why did Donald Trump levy the most enormous tariff on this tiny African kingdom Lesotho — All about it - The Economic TimesWhy did Donald Trump levy the most enormous tariff on this tiny African kingdom Lesotho — All about it  The Economic Times

US tariffs: Lesotho declares state of disaster amid US tariff uncertainty - BBCUS tariffs: Lesotho declares state of disaster amid US tariff uncertainty  BBC

Lesotho v South Africa: World Cup Qualifier Preview - Morocco World NewsLesotho v South Africa: World Cup Qualifier Preview  Morocco World News

Lesotho’s Biggest Diamond Mine Cuts 20% of Workforce as Global Diamond Industry Faces Unprecedented Crisis - Serrari GroupLesotho’s Biggest Diamond Mine Cuts 20% of Workforce as Global Diamond Industry Faces Unprecedented Crisis  Serrari Group

Trump's tariffs have destroyed the livelihoods of thousands of women in Lesotho’s textile industry - Peoples DispatchTrump's tariffs have destroyed the livelihoods of thousands of women in Lesotho’s textile industry  Peoples Dispatch

Lesotho’s Family Planning Revolution: A quiet success the world should notice - Welcome to the United NationsLesotho’s Family Planning Revolution: A quiet success the world should notice  Welcome to the United Nations

Mothers fight to protect children from drugs as ‘hotspotting’ takes hold in Lesotho - The GuardianMothers fight to protect children from drugs as ‘hotspotting’ takes hold in Lesotho  The Guardian

How Lesotho, South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are hit by Donald Trump's tariffs - BBCHow Lesotho, South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are hit by Donald Trump's tariffs  BBC

From innovation to impact: Lesotho leads regional piloting of AFFLU influenza surveillance platform - World Health Organization (WHO)From innovation to impact: Lesotho leads regional piloting of AFFLU influenza surveillance platform  World Health Organization (WHO)

Lesotho Says "Shocked And Embarrassed" By Trump Comments - NDTVLesotho Says "Shocked And Embarrassed" By Trump Comments  NDTV

How the Threat of Trump’s Highest Tariff Derailed an African Nation - The New York TimesHow the Threat of Trump’s Highest Tariff Derailed an African Nation  The New York Times

HIV and TB Overview: Lesotho - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)HIV and TB Overview: Lesotho  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

Japan-Lesotho Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Lesotho Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

'We are on our knees': U.S. tariffs devastate Lesotho's garment workers - NPR'We are on our knees': U.S. tariffs devastate Lesotho's garment workers  NPR

School meals emerge as key priority for education and development in Lesotho and Kenya: Report - Down To EarthSchool meals emerge as key priority for education and development in Lesotho and Kenya: Report  Down To Earth

FIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ:Benin Thrash Lesotho 4-0 to move second in their group. - Africa Top SportsFIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ:Benin Thrash Lesotho 4-0 to move second in their group.  Africa Top Sports

In Lesotho, an Economic Inclusion Initiative is Providing Hope and Jobs to the Most Vulnerable - World BankIn Lesotho, an Economic Inclusion Initiative is Providing Hope and Jobs to the Most Vulnerable  World Bank

US-imposed tariffs spelled disaster for this factory that exported clothes to American stores - AP NewsUS-imposed tariffs spelled disaster for this factory that exported clothes to American stores  AP News

In a Country Trump Says Nobody’s Heard Of, Tariffs Bring Chaos - The Wall Street JournalIn a Country Trump Says Nobody’s Heard Of, Tariffs Bring Chaos  The Wall Street Journal

Lesotho textiles to struggle even with lower 15% Trump tariff, minister says - ReutersLesotho textiles to struggle even with lower 15% Trump tariff, minister says  Reuters

Hugo Broos takes swipe at Lesotho after crucial World Cup Qualifier win - OneFootballHugo Broos takes swipe at Lesotho after crucial World Cup Qualifier win  OneFootball

Lesotho’s giant dam takes shape - GroundUpLesotho’s giant dam takes shape  GroundUp

Lesotho steps up fight against cervical cancer - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceLesotho steps up fight against cervical cancer  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Lesotho provides a digital lifeline for mothers and newborns - WHO | Regional Office for AfricaLesotho provides a digital lifeline for mothers and newborns  WHO | Regional Office for Africa

(Hello Africa) Steep U.S. tariff hits Lesotho's textile industry hard - Xinhua(Hello Africa) Steep U.S. tariff hits Lesotho's textile industry hard  Xinhua

Morabo Morojele: Lesotho’s swinging jazz drummer who became a literary star - The ConversationMorabo Morojele: Lesotho’s swinging jazz drummer who became a literary star  The Conversation

MoS Margherita to visit Eswatini, Lesotho, South Africa from July 18-25 - The StatesmanMoS Margherita to visit Eswatini, Lesotho, South Africa from July 18-25  The Statesman

Lesotho vs South Africa Predictions and Betting Tips: Leaning towards the most likely - Goal.comLesotho vs South Africa Predictions and Betting Tips: Leaning towards the most likely  Goal.com

India sends humanitarian assistance to Lesotho - ThePrintIndia sends humanitarian assistance to Lesotho  ThePrint

Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs ERI’s attendance at the symposium “Empowering Lesotho: Unlocking Finance to Drive the Energy Transition in a Land-Locked Developing Country” - mofa.go.jpParliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs ERI’s attendance at the symposium “Empowering Lesotho: Unlocking Finance to Drive the Energy Transition in a Land-Locked Developing Country”  mofa.go.jp

FAO - news article: Boosting Potato Production in Lesotho via South-South Cooperation - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO - news article: Boosting Potato Production in Lesotho via South-South Cooperation  Food and Agriculture Organization

Lesotho shocked by Donald Trump's remarks that 'nobody has heard of the country' - BBCLesotho shocked by Donald Trump's remarks that 'nobody has heard of the country'  BBC

Trump modifies tariff rate for Lesotho to 15% as small country reels from tariff impacts - ReutersTrump modifies tariff rate for Lesotho to 15% as small country reels from tariff impacts  Reuters

Trump Hits Tiny African Nation Of Lesotho With Highest Tariff Rate. Here's Why - Times NowTrump Hits Tiny African Nation Of Lesotho With Highest Tariff Rate. Here's Why  Times Now

What Lesotho, country Trump says 'nobody has ever heard of', offers to US - FirstpostWhat Lesotho, country Trump says 'nobody has ever heard of', offers to US  Firstpost

Dull diamond market brings Lesotho Prime Minister to Perth to help shine new rare earths jewel - Mining WeeklyDull diamond market brings Lesotho Prime Minister to Perth to help shine new rare earths jewel  Mining Weekly

President Porter Africa Ministry - news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.orgPresident Porter Africa Ministry  news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org

Trump's highest tariff will kill tiny African kingdom of Lesotho, economist says - ReutersTrump's highest tariff will kill tiny African kingdom of Lesotho, economist says  Reuters

Full article: Beyond the Borders of Lesotho: The Basutoland Congress Party’s Transnational Connections and its Political and Ideological Pragmatism, 1952–1970 - Taylor & Francis Online: Peer-reviewed JournalsFull article: Beyond the Borders of Lesotho: The Basutoland Congress Party’s Transnational Connections and its Political and Ideological Pragmatism, 1952–1970  Taylor & Francis Online: Peer-reviewed Journals

Africa Daily | How is Lesotho responding to President Donald Trump's 50% tariff? - BBCAfrica Daily | How is Lesotho responding to President Donald Trump's 50% tariff?  BBC

Trump imposes 50% tariff on Africa’s Lesotho, the highest among nations - Al JazeeraTrump imposes 50% tariff on Africa’s Lesotho, the highest among nations  Al Jazeera

'We are on our knees': U.S. tariffs devastate Lesotho's garment workers - NPR'We are on our knees': U.S. tariffs devastate Lesotho's garment workers  NPR

WHO and Lesotho Ministry of Health collaborate to advance national Digital Health Strategy - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Lesotho Ministry of Health collaborate to advance national Digital Health Strategy  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tragic multi-vehicle collision in Southern Africa claims lives of Latter-day Saint young women, leaders - Deseret NewsTragic multi-vehicle collision in Southern Africa claims lives of Latter-day Saint young women, leaders  Deseret News

EU supports UNICEF Lesotho to strengthen national risk preparedness and response efforts - UnicefEU supports UNICEF Lesotho to strengthen national risk preparedness and response efforts  Unicef

How will (now 10%) tariffs, cuts to USAID, affect Lesotho? - Illinois News BureauHow will (now 10%) tariffs, cuts to USAID, affect Lesotho?  Illinois News Bureau

Commonwealth support for improvements to Lesotho mounted police - thecommonwealth.orgCommonwealth support for improvements to Lesotho mounted police  thecommonwealth.org

Lesotho: What you must know about the country Donald Trump said ‘nobody has ever heard of’ - MintLesotho: What you must know about the country Donald Trump said ‘nobody has ever heard of’  Mint

Lesotho makes Trump’s polo shirts. He could destroy their garment industry. - The Christian Science MonitorLesotho makes Trump’s polo shirts. He could destroy their garment industry.  The Christian Science Monitor

Lesotho’s textile factories face closures despite US tariff cut - AP NewsLesotho’s textile factories face closures despite US tariff cut  AP News

Bridging generations in Lesotho: Empowering youth to shape policy and drive change - UnicefBridging generations in Lesotho: Empowering youth to shape policy and drive change  Unicef

With 67% of the population considered “poor”, Lesotho gears up to face highest US tariff rate - Peoples DispatchWith 67% of the population considered “poor”, Lesotho gears up to face highest US tariff rate  Peoples Dispatch

Lesotho’s Youth Call for Urgent Education Reform at Landmark Dialogue - UnicefLesotho’s Youth Call for Urgent Education Reform at Landmark Dialogue  Unicef

Lesotho says damage already done despite reduction of US tariffs from 50% to 15% - TRT EspañolLesotho says damage already done despite reduction of US tariffs from 50% to 15%  TRT Español

Trump tariffs create national disaster for tiny Lesotho - ReutersTrump tariffs create national disaster for tiny Lesotho  Reuters

Have Nigeria & Lesotho lost the war? FIFA gives massive hint they WILL NOT dock South Africa points for fielding ineligible Teboho Mokoena - Goal.comHave Nigeria & Lesotho lost the war? FIFA gives massive hint they WILL NOT dock South Africa points for fielding ineligible Teboho Mokoena  Goal.com

Why Hugo Broos sees Lesotho clash as must-win - OneFootballWhy Hugo Broos sees Lesotho clash as must-win  OneFootball

Lesotho declares 'state of disaster' as it struggles with US policy changes - RFILesotho declares 'state of disaster' as it struggles with US policy changes  RFI