OVERVIEW
The purpose of this website is to exhibit the country of Lesotho. This website explains the following about Lesotho:
- Geographical Location
- History
- Government and Politics
- Economy
- Communication and Transportation Facilities
- Development Projects
- The impact of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) on the government's actions towards eliminating human trafficking.
Location & GeographyLesotho
Capital City: Maseru Country: Republic of South Africa The country of Lesotho, located in South Africa, is known for its mountainous landscape. |
Origins & Current Politics
Lesotho was formerly known as "Basutoland" under the rule of the British Colony and the Cape Colony Administrations before its independence in 1966.
Since then, the Kingdom of Lesotho has been led by chiefs and prime ministers while restructuring its government and politics to become a bicameral Parliamentary government featuring multiple political parties.
Since then, the Kingdom of Lesotho has been led by chiefs and prime ministers while restructuring its government and politics to become a bicameral Parliamentary government featuring multiple political parties.
Communication & Transportation
Communication and transportation facilities in Lesotho have evolved to encompass mobile phone, landline, and Internet connections, as well as expanded roadways and runways for airports.
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Lesotho's Economy
Improvements in communication and transportation facilities have led to increased access to international trade for Basotho markets, which export items like diamonds, clothing fabric, and water to countries like South Africa and the United States.
Issues in Basotho Society and Recommendations for the Future
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