This study examines the determinants of ease to export for Lesotho firms with a specific interest on the gender of the head of the firm. The data used are drawn from the 2023 firm survey collected by the National University of Lesotho – World Trade…
Lesotho is a small, landlocked developing country in Southern Africa, and it faces significant challenges, from droughts and increased temperatures to changing agricultural patterns and ineffective international trading. As part of its strategy to…
The National University of Lesotho – WTO Research Chair’s 3rd Annual Conference, held from 10th to 11th October 2024, convened under the theme “Bridging Borders: Technology, Trade, and Africa’s Renaissance”, brought together scholars, policymakers,…
Women entrepreneurs are vital to Lesotho’s economic growth, comprising a significant portion of the workforce in informal and small-scale trade. Despite their contributions, systemic challenges persist, including limited financial access, safety…
Presented at the 3rd Annual NUL-WTO Research Chair Seminar on 5th September 2024, Thabo Qhesi’s policy paper, “Leveraging International Trade for Climate Action in Africa: Opportunities and Challenges for Lesotho”, explores the complex interplay…