Lesotho
Kingdom of Lesotho
People: Mosotho
Lesotho is located in Southern Africa and has a population of around 2.1 million. Its capital city is Maseru, and the most widely spoken official language is English. Lesotho is landlocked, sharing borders with 1 neighbouring country.
Lesotho — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Lesotho |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Maseru |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Southern Africa |
| Population | 2,116,427 |
| Area | 30,355 km² |
| Currency | Lesotho loti (LSL) L |
| Official Languages | English, Sotho |
| Dialling Code | +266 |
| Internet TLD | .ls |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | LS / LSO |
| Borders | South Africa |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lesotho
What is the capital of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is Maseru.
What currency does Lesotho use?
Lesotho uses the Lesotho loti (LSL, symbol: L).
What language do they speak in Lesotho?
The official languages of Lesotho are English and Sotho.
What is the dialling code for Lesotho?
The international dialling code for Lesotho is +266.
What side of the road does Lesotho drive on?
Lesotho drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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