Why Basotho Should Reflect on Their Role in Shaping Lesotho’s Material Conditions

Basotho voters have played a crucial role in shaping Lesotho’s democratic journey since gaining independence in 1966. However, their voting patterns have often been marred by a consistent choice of weak candidates who lack the vision and understanding needed to build a prosperous nation. This trend has been evident in the repeated election of populist candidates, leading to a cycle of unfulfilled promises and stagnant development. The first democratic election in 1965 set the stage for this pattern, with the…Continue reading with a subscriptionSubscribe for full access to every story.Subscribe - M85/monthAlready a subscriber? Sign in Advertisement ...