Recognized by the United Nations as one of the world’s least developed countries, Lesotho is currently grappling with significant challenges in its textile exports following the United States' widespread ‘reciprocal tariffs.

With its economy heavily reliant on textile exports, especially to the United States, Lesotho’s clothing exporters face a 50 per cent duty under the new tariff system.

According to the founder of a major garment factory in the capital city, Maseru, these high tariffs are likely to severely damage the country's already vulnerable economy.

They will prevent buyers from placing their orders in garment manufacturers in Lesotho, says Teboho Kobeli, founder and managing director of Afri Expo Textiles.

There are currently 200 unemployed people in the Lesotho garment industry. This proves a disaster for the entire family with both production and income declining, explains Malerai Mosotho, Production Manager.