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Lesotho’s external position remains strong: CBL

Lesotho's external position remains strong, with Net International Reserves (NIR) standing at US$1,125 million as of 18 March 2026. According to the Monetary Policy...

CBL warns Basotho against rising indebtedness

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has expressed concern over the growing levels of indebtedness among citizens, warning that...

Lesotho’s public debt drops to 53.9% of GDP

Lesotho's public debt has declined to 53.9 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), largely due to favourable exchange...

CBL releases upgraded currency

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has unveiled the newly upgraded family of the national currency, maloti. The sixth series...

SBL reduces prime lending rate

Standard Lesotho Bank (SBL) has decreased its prime lending rate will from 10.25% to 10.00%, effective from 27 November 2025. This in...

CBL honoured for ethical procurement

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has become the first organisation in the country to receive the prestigious 2025...

External risks threaten economic recovery – CBL

Lesotho’s economy showed signs of modest recovery in May 2025, supported by stronger private consumption and a resilient manufacturing...

VCL clarifies M-Pesa reversal policy, stresses customer verification

Vodacom Lesotho Financial Services (VCL FS), operator of M-Pesa in Lesotho, has clarified its policy on reversing funds sent...

POS to be fully localised: CBL

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) says all banks and merchants will be fully on localised Point of Sale...

CBL launches LERIMA awareness campaign

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) this week launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about the Lesotho Registry...

LeSwitch introduces POS transactions

The Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) and local banks this week launched localised Point of Sale (POS) transactions via...

Lesana lists on capital market

The Maseru Securities Market (MSM) last week hosted a ceremony celebrating the official listing of Lesana Financial Services’ Medium...