1966: Lesotho Gains Independence

Post author:Tadese Faforiji
Post published:July 12, 2022
Post category:Africa
Post last modified:February 5, 2023
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On October 4th the British colony of Basutoland became independent and was renamed Lesotho. It became a monarchy under King Moshoeshoe. Chief Leabua Jonathan became Prime Minister.

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