Lesotho

Cards (3)

  • Summary
    1. The country faces frequent dry spells, which can lead to droughts and food shortages. This can lead to famine. 2. Lesotho’s government and politics is still developing, which impacts the economy’s growth. This makes Lesotho a developing country, not developed. 3. Lesotho is one of the 20% worst countries in the world for wealth inequality. Some of the population profit from diamond mining, whereas others remain unemployed and in extreme poverty.
  • Disadvantages
    30,000 local residents have already
    been forced out of their home to build
    dams and reservoirs.
    Wetlands have been destroyed to
    build the dam, which are part of Lesotho’s natural water cycle.
  • Advantages
    Boost
    Lesotho’s economy by 75%
    The dams can provide hydroelectric power, which Lesotho’s towns can use.