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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More Lives Touched, More Hope Delivered: Supporting Patients in Lesotho - The Max Foundation - OncodailyMore Lives Touched, More Hope Delivered: Supporting Patients in Lesotho - The Max Foundation  Oncodaily

Tariffs devastate textile dependant Lesotho - Ecotextile NewsTariffs devastate textile dependant Lesotho  Ecotextile News

Lesotho’s Sannere Honors His Ancestors on New Album, 'Sehopotso' - OkayAfricaLesotho’s Sannere Honors His Ancestors on New Album, 'Sehopotso'  OkayAfrica

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

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

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 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

After Trump Tariff Hit, Lesotho Turns to Asia and Other Markets - BloombergAfter Trump Tariff Hit, Lesotho Turns to Asia and Other Markets  Bloomberg

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

Ghana and Lesotho Strengthen Ties with New AI and Tech Collaboration - TechAfrica NewsGhana and Lesotho Strengthen Ties with New AI and Tech Collaboration  TechAfrica News

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

U.S. tariffs deal heavy blow to Lesotho’s textile industry, leaving thousands jobless - Africa Sustainability MattersU.S. tariffs deal heavy blow to Lesotho’s textile industry, leaving thousands jobless  Africa Sustainability Matters

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

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

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

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

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

African kingdom Lesotho is among those hardest hit by Trump tariffs - The HinduAfrican kingdom Lesotho is among those hardest hit by Trump tariffs  The Hindu

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

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

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

After Trump tariff hit, Lesotho turns to SA and other markets - News24After Trump tariff hit, Lesotho turns to SA and other markets  News24

Vodacom Lesotho and UNFPA Lesotho tackle violence against women - TelecompaperVodacom Lesotho and UNFPA Lesotho tackle violence against women  Telecompaper

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

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

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

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

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

King of Lesotho Receives Credentials of Qatar's Ambassador - ????? ???????? ???????King of Lesotho Receives Credentials of Qatar's Ambassador  ????? ???????? ???????

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

‘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

Special keynote address by His Majesty Letsie III, King of Lesotho - IEA – International Energy AgencySpecial keynote address by His Majesty Letsie III, King of Lesotho  IEA – International Energy Agency

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

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

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

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

Brazil presses countries to deliver climate plans ahead of COP30 as Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho register early - Africa Sustainability MattersBrazil presses countries to deliver climate plans ahead of COP30 as Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho register early  Africa Sustainability Matters

AD1033: Unemployment tops youth concerns in Lesotho - AfrobarometerAD1033: Unemployment tops youth concerns in Lesotho  Afrobarometer

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

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

Outdated Laws Threaten Lesotho's Protected Plant Species - allAfrica.comOutdated Laws Threaten Lesotho's Protected Plant Species  allAfrica.com

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

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

Ghana and Lesotho Unite to Drive AI and Digital Transformation in Africa - Telecom Review AfricaGhana and Lesotho Unite to Drive AI and Digital Transformation in Africa  Telecom Review Africa

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

Lesotho’s green revolution: UNESCO supports 52 schools to improve food and water security - UNESCOLesotho’s green revolution: UNESCO supports 52 schools to improve food and water security  UNESCO

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

'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

O dirang, Donald? - Financial TimesO dirang, Donald?  Financial Times

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

(Hello Africa) Steep U.S. tariff hits Lesotho's textile industry hard - the-star.co.ke(Hello Africa) Steep U.S. tariff hits Lesotho's textile industry hard  the-star.co.ke

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

"Don't Want To Die": Lesotho HIV Patients Look To Traditional Medicine - NDTV"Don't Want To Die": Lesotho HIV Patients Look To Traditional Medicine  NDTV

Lesotho | Drought-induced Food insecurity ?: MDRLS008 Operation Update #4 - ReliefWebLesotho | Drought-induced Food insecurity ?: MDRLS008 Operation Update #4  ReliefWeb

Ghana, Lesotho Forge AI and Digital Partnership to Strengthen Africa’s Tech Future - iAfrica.comGhana, Lesotho Forge AI and Digital Partnership to Strengthen Africa’s Tech Future  iAfrica.com

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)

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

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

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

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

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

Lesotho - General DebateLesotho  General Debate

Lesotho considers lifting potato and cabbage import ban - FreshPlazaLesotho considers lifting potato and cabbage import ban  FreshPlaza

Lesotho ‘shocked and embarrassed’ by mockery in Trump’s Congress speech, says foreign minister - The GuardianLesotho ‘shocked and embarrassed’ by mockery in Trump’s Congress speech, says foreign minister  The Guardian

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

Lesotho declares state of disaster due to rising unemployment amid US tariffs - Anadolu AjansiLesotho declares state of disaster due to rising unemployment amid US tariffs  Anadolu Ajansi

African Development Bank president brings hope to Lesotho school children - afdb.orgAfrican Development Bank president brings hope to Lesotho school children  afdb.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

Event | Lesotho Economic Update - World BankEvent | Lesotho Economic Update  World Bank

Young women, leaders from African country of Lesotho die in bus accident - Church NewsYoung women, leaders from African country of Lesotho die in bus accident  Church News

Impact of US funding cuts on HIV programmes in Lesotho - UNAIDSImpact of US funding cuts on HIV programmes in Lesotho  UNAIDS

Lesotho: In the country that Trump claims 'nobody has ever heard of', his name evokes fear and panic - Sky NewsLesotho: In the country that Trump claims 'nobody has ever heard of', his name evokes fear and panic  Sky News

Lesotho: Govt Mulls Lifting Potato, Cabbage Import Ban - allAfrica.comLesotho: Govt Mulls Lifting Potato, Cabbage Import Ban  allAfrica.com

Starlink receives 10-year license to operate in Lesotho as South Africa pushback continues - Techpoint AfricaStarlink receives 10-year license to operate in Lesotho as South Africa pushback continues  Techpoint Africa

Lesotho - the 'African nation no-one has heard of' reacts to Trump's comments - BBCLesotho - the 'African nation no-one has heard of' reacts to Trump's comments  BBC

Eye on Africa - Lesotho’s denim industry unravels as Trump’s tariffs deadline looms - France 24Eye on Africa - Lesotho’s denim industry unravels as Trump’s tariffs deadline looms  France 24

African Development Bank Group to expand investment in Lesotho to $331 million - afdb.orgAfrican Development Bank Group to expand investment in Lesotho to $331 million  afdb.org

Lesotho’s outdated laws fail to protect threatened plant species - GroundUpLesotho’s outdated laws fail to protect threatened plant species  GroundUp

Baffled Lesotho seeks to engage with US on jeans tariffs - ReutersBaffled Lesotho seeks to engage with US on jeans tariffs  Reuters

'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

Lesotho factory that made Trump shirts faces shutdown after U.S. tariffs - africanews.comLesotho factory that made Trump shirts faces shutdown after U.S. tariffs  africanews.com

'Math makes no sense at all': Lesotho, one of Africa's poorest nations, hit with 50% US tariff - Business Today'Math makes no sense at all': Lesotho, one of Africa's poorest nations, hit with 50% US tariff  Business Today

The week the world learned where Lesotho is thanks to Trump - EL PAÍS EnglishThe week the world learned where Lesotho is thanks to Trump  EL PAÍS English

Lesotho declares two-year state of disaster amid US tariff fallout - africanews.comLesotho declares two-year state of disaster amid US tariff fallout  africanews.com

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

Broos announces preliminary Bafana squad for crunch Nigeria, Lesotho FIFA World Cup clashes - safa.netBroos announces preliminary Bafana squad for crunch Nigeria, Lesotho FIFA World Cup clashes  safa.net

Chinese Ambassador to Lesotho Yang Xiaokun Attends the Handing-over Ceremony of the Small-scale Donation to the Government of Lesotho_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Lesotho Yang Xiaokun Attends the Handing-over Ceremony of the Small-scale Donation to the Government of Lesotho_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Mission Lesotho and NGOs raise thousands for GBV survivors - State Magazine (.gov)Mission Lesotho and NGOs raise thousands for GBV survivors  State Magazine (.gov)