Lesotho
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How Tech, Training, and Youth Clubs are Transforming Learning for Thousands in Lesotho
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2025/07/03/how-tech-training-and-youth-clubs-are-transforming-learning-for-thousands-in-afe-lesotho

Lesotho’s education project cut dropout rates, trained teachers, and boosted early learning through tech, training, and youth empowerment.

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Economic Inclusion in Lesotho: Training, Grants, and Jobs for the Vulnerable
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2025/06/25/in-afe-lesotho-an-economic-inclusion-initiative-is-providing-hope-and-jobs-to-the-most-vulnerable
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From inclusion to growth: How women’s financial access can fuel Lesotho’s economy
https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/africacan/from-inclusion-to-growth-how-womens-financial-access-can-fuel-lesothos-economy-afe-0525
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LSO

BY THE NUMBERS: LESOTHO

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OVERVIEW:
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About
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THE LATEST FROM LESOTHO

Discover news, blogs, and stories on how the World Bank is driving change and shaping country's future.

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Projects

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PROJECTS & RESULTS

Learn about the projects that are shaping the future of the region and the significant results that demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development

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More Research & Publications
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Economic Update
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Transforming Fiscal Policy into an Engine of Inclusive Growth
Transforming Fiscal Policy into an Engine of Inclusive Growth
Following a decade of low and unstable growth, Lesotho has a unique opportunity to build a new foundation for robust and inclusive development.
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/eed9f547-e708-48a3-948b-683fc820d1c0
Read Full Report
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Transforming Health Care in Lesotho: Using Digital Health to Overcome Health System Challenges
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/54d42cb9-ff2c-4a47-b45a-c4d436d28cf9
Transforming Health Care in Lesotho: Using Digital Health to Overcome Health System Challenges
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National Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) for Roads in Lesotho
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/1e2ed281-239e-40d5-b96b-35314ad2a7ae
National Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) for Roads in Lesotho
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Territorial Development: A Report on the Territorial Development Approach to Accelerate Economic Growth and Development in the Kingdom of Lesotho
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/e3e06b8f-2016-44e5-b7a4-380c030fb308
Territorial Development: A Report on the Territorial Development Approach to Accelerate Economic Growth and Development in the Kingdom of Lesotho
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Satu Kahkonen
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Satu Kahkonen
Division Director for South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and Eswatinia
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Dinara Djoldosheva
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