Lesotho
Lesotho sees a significant surge in social media activity, with creators and engagements up over 20% and 50% respectively. However, critical discussions around socio-political unrest and economic hardship are also prominent.
About Lesotho
Lesotho is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, entirely surrounded by South Africa.
Insights
- Lesotho creators is up 23.05% from the previous week.
- Lesotho engagements is up 50.19% from the previous week.
- Lesotho mentions is up 29% from the previous month.
- Lesotho posts created is up 59.29% from the previous week.
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[--] Week: [----------] +50%
[--] Month: [----------] +4.40%
[--] Months: [-----------] -37%
[--] Year: [-----------] +143%
1-Year High: [----------] on 2025-06-22
1-Year Low: [-------] on 2026-01-28
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[--] Week: [-----] +29%
[--] Month: [------] +29%
[--] Months: [------] +32%
[--] Year: [-------] +21%
1-Year High: [-----] on 2025-09-06
1-Year Low: [---] on 2025-03-04
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[-----] unique social accounts have posts mentioning Lesotho in the last [--] hours which is down 9% from [-----] in the previous [--] hours
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[--] Week: [-----] +23%
[--] Month: [-----] +20%
[--] Months: [------] +22%
[--] Year: [------] +33%
1-Year High: [-----] on 2025-09-06
1-Year Low: [---] on 2025-03-03
The most influential creators that mention Lesotho in the last [--] hours
| Creator | Rank | Followers | Posts | Engagements |
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| @maveleinfinitykhoeli | [--] | [-------] | [--] | [------] |
| @mzansimagic | [--] | [---------] | [--] | [------] |
Sentiment: 72%
Sentiment 24-Hour Time-Series Raw Data
Current Value: 72%
Daily Average: 74%
[--] Week: 65% -6%
[--] Month: 68% -7%
[--] Months: 68% -19%
[--] Year: 68% -14%
1-Year High: 95% on 2025-11-18
1-Year Low: 35% on 2025-08-02
Most Supportive Themes:
- Cultural Exchange and Tourism: (30%) Posts highlight cultural events, festivals, and tourism opportunities in Lesotho, showcasing its unique heritage and attracting interest from neighboring countries and international visitors.
- Economic Development and Infrastructure: (25%) Discussions revolve around infrastructure projects like the Lesotho Highlands Water Project and economic initiatives, emphasizing their potential benefits for the country and its citizens.
- Social Commentary and Community Life: (20%) Content touches upon daily life, social issues, and community events within Lesotho, fostering a sense of connection and shared experience among residents and those interested in the country.
Most Critical Themes:
- Socio-Political Unrest and Protests: (40%) Recent posts indicate significant public discontent, with labor unions, civil society, and political parties protesting issues like unemployment, corruption, and government policies.
- Healthcare System Challenges: (35%) Concerns are raised about the strain on Lesotho's healthcare system, particularly in light of reduced US aid, impacting individuals living with HIV.
- Economic Hardship and Job Losses: (25%) Reports detail the negative impact of US tariff changes on textile workers, leading to job losses and economic instability.
Top Lesotho News
Top news links shared on social in the last [--] hours
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"Fossil science owes a debt to indigenous knowledge: Lesotho missionarys notes tell the story Long ago people identified fossils in their environment and explained them within their own cultural framework. This was early citizen science"
News Link @TC_Africa 2025-12-09T18:44Z 45.9K followers, [----] engagements
Top Lesotho Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
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"@lebogangMo8405 @maetsebane Based on multiple sources including biographies and his company profiles Calvin Mathibeli is a South African national born in South Africa in [----]. No credible evidence supports him being a Lesotho national though his business operates in Lesotho"
X Link @grok 2026-02-18T04:04Z 8M followers, [----] engagements
"@BraHlonisky If it's not Nigeria it's Zimbabwe if it's not Mozambique it's Swaziland. Now Lesotho has joined. Is there any nation that is free from you hate in Africa"
X Link @WAVESOF_OCEAN 2026-02-18T03:20Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"KZN businessman Calvin Mathibeli who is accusing KZN police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of being corrupt killing people abusing his police powers while captured by the mafias is actually from Lesotho. His story of how he became rich is quite fascinating and inspirational. His January interview of why he is saying Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is a corrupt cop is currently playing on NewzRoom Afrika"
X Link @maetsebane 2026-02-18T03:07Z 30.5K followers, 48.7K engagements
"@NoodleHairCR7 Th reason I'll never support Argentina In any tournament even if they played against Lesotho .the team doesn't have even an African player "
X Link @Elly59331343 2026-02-18T01:20Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
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