Lesotho Export Import trade data

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Key Indicators
- Export Shipments
- 199,229
- Buyers
- 2,736
- Export Trading Partners
- 112
- Import Shipments
- 4,411,980
- Suppliers
- 1,479
- Import Trading Partners
- 120
Overview

Lesotho: Trade Potential Amidst Geographic Constraints
Lesotho, entirely surrounded by South Africa, is uniquely positioned as a landlocked enclave in Southern Africa. As of 2022, it ranks as one of the smaller economies on the continent. Despite its limited size and challenging topography, Lesotho harnesses its geographical closeness to major South African markets to boost its trade, especially in textiles and water.
Positives:
1. Water Resources: Lesotho’s abundant water resources are a significant national asset, leading to exports of water to South Africa through the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.
2. Textile Industry: The country has developed a robust textile sector, which is a major contributor to its exports, primarily to the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act 2025.
3. Economic Partnerships: Close economic integration with South Africa provides Lesotho with access to larger markets and infrastructure.
Negatives:
1. Geographic Isolation: Being landlocked and mountainous limits accessibility and increases transportation costs, affecting trade competitiveness.
2. Economic Dependence: Heavy reliance on the economic health of South Africa and external trade policies can lead to vulnerability to external economic shocks.
3. Infrastructure Challenges: Despite some modern infrastructure in urban areas, broader infrastructural development is needed to enhance trade capacities and economic growth.
Import Factsheet
- Data Source
- Detailed
- Data Coverage
- 100%
- Last Shipment
- 31, Mar, 2025
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- Import Shipment
- 4,411,980 -96.86%
- Trading Partners
- 120 -99.2%
- Source : Volza
- Import Data
Export Factsheet
- Data Source
- Detailed
- Data Coverage
- 100%
- Last Shipment
- 31, Mar, 2025
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- Export Shipment
- 199,229 -96.46%
- Trading Partners
- 112 -82.21%
- Source : Volza
- Export Data
4,611,209 Bill of Ladings, 2,736 Buyers, 1,479 Suppliers

Trading Partners
Top Trading Partners of Lesotho
Import Trade Data
4,411,980
Product | Importers | Suppliers | Arrival Date |
---|---|---|---|
. Net content: 240.7050 kgs Lamivud |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
MEDICINES. LAMIVUDINE 300MG + TENOF |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
TEXTILE MACHINERY PARTS FOR SPEED FRAME |
India
|
India
|
28-Nov-2024 |
TEXTILE MACHINERY PARTS FOR SPEED FRAME |
India
|
India
|
28-Nov-2024 |
TEXTILE MACHINERY PARTS FOR SPEED FRAME |
India
|
India
|
28-Nov-2024 |
TEXTILE MACHINERY PARTS FOR SPEED FRAME |
India
|
India
|
28-Nov-2024 |
Export Trade Data
199,229
Product | Exporters | Buyers | Arrival Date |
---|---|---|---|
COOLING FANS |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |
HOSE PIPES |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |
LEAD |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |
VICE |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |
RED JACK |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |
GAS BOTTLES |
Lesotho
|
Lesotho
|
30-Nov-2024 |