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According to topschoolsintheusa.com, Lesotho is a small, mountainous country located in southern Africa. It is surrounded by South Africa and has an area of 30,355 square kilometers. The terrain of Lesotho is mostly mountainous and rugged, with the highest peak at Thabana Ntlenyana, at 3,482 meters above sea level. The geography of Lesotho is dominated by the Maluti Mountains in the east and the Caledon River Valley in the west. The country has a largely rural population and most people live in small villages scattered throughout the mountains. Lesotho’s educational system follows a three-tier structure that begins with primary education for students aged 6-14 years old. Primary education consists of eight grades and is compulsory for all children between 7-13 years old. Secondary education consists of four grades and can be pursued at either public or private schools depending on individual needs. The curriculum focuses on core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and Social Studies as well as other electives such as music or physical education. After completing secondary school students may choose to pursue tertiary level studies at one of Lesotho’s universities or colleges offering degrees in areas such as engineering, medicine, business management or law.

Lesotho Modern History

Lesotho is a country located in Southern Africa. With the capital city of Maseru, Lesotho has a population of 2,142,260 based on a recent census from COUNTRYAAH. The first years after Lestoho’s independence in 1966 were marked by political contradictions, coups and periods of military rule. From 1965, the policy was dominated by Leabua Jonathan,… Read More »

Lesotho Healthcare and Money

Health care Vaccinations Vaccination needed receipt required Eat Drink 3 – malaria no – Typhoid & Polio Yes – cholera 2 yellow fever 1 Overview The supply of medicines is insufficient. A well-stocked first-aid kit should be available and prescription medication should be brought with you. There is good medical care in Bloemfontein/South Africa (approx.… Read More »