Democracy in Lesotho
General elections were held in Lesotho on 7 October 2022 to elect all 120 members of the National Assembly, the lower house of Parliament. They were elected using a mixed single vote with seat linkage system for mixed-member proportional representation.
Key Stats
Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Lesotho's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Lesotho's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Lesotho, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Lesotho's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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