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
Languages
Currency
- Lesotho loti (L)— see all countries
- South African rand (R)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (1)
South AfricaCompare
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.