Lesotho

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Maseru is the capital of Lesotho

Maseru is the capital and largest city of Lesotho. It is also the capital of the Maseru District. Located on the Caledon River, Maseru lies directly on the Lesotho-South Africa border.

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Religion in Lesotho

Christianity is the dominant religion in Lesotho. The Christian Council of Lesotho, made up of representatives of all major Christian churches in the country, estimates that approximately 90 percent of the population are Christian.

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Education in Lesotho

Education in Lesotho has undergone a transformation in recent years, meaning that primary education is now free, universal, and compulsory.