Lesotho (officially Kingdom of Lesotho) is an independent country located in Southern Africa, Africa. With a population of 2,116,427 people, it ranks #148 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 30,355 km² (#143 globally), with a population density of 70 people per km². The capital city is Maseru. The official languages are English, Sotho.
Key Facts
Population
2,116,427
#148 world ranking
Area
30,355 km²
#143 world ranking
Population Density
70/km²
Capital
Maseru
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+02:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
1
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+266
Languages
Currency
- Lesotho loti (L)— see all countries
- South African rand (R)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (1)
Countries bordering Lesotho →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is Maseru.
What is the population of Lesotho?
Lesotho has a population of 2,116,427 people, ranking #148 in the world by population.
How big is Lesotho?
Lesotho covers an area of 30,355 km², ranking #143 in the world by area. The population density is 70 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Lesotho?
The official languages of Lesotho are: English, Sotho.
What is the currency of Lesotho?
The currency of Lesotho is Lesotho loti (L), South African rand (R).
What countries border Lesotho?
Lesotho shares borders with 1 countries: South Africa.