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.
By the numbers, Lesotho is the 146th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.03% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 137th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 70 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
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 and currency of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is Maseru and the currency is the Lesotho loti (LSL), symbol L.
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.
Countries bordering Lesotho
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