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By investing in Lesotho, you will not only gain access to promising business opportunities but also play a role in shaping a sustainable and inclusive economic future for our people.

— Mokhethi Shelile

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Source: Minister Mokhethi Shelile Invites Global Investors to Explore Opportunities in Lesotho,newsdesklesotho(2 July 2025)
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