Research & data
Lesotho Data and Research
Data Matrix tracks the numbers that shape life and business in Lesotho, and updates them on a fixed schedule. Each monitor has its own page, a named source, and a clear method. How we source, label and correct the data is set out in our research methodology.
Fuel Price Monitor
Petrol, diesel and paraffin pump prices in Lesotho, from the Petroleum Fund. Latest: petrol 95 at M28.60 (October 2026 report).
View → Updated monthlyConsumer Price Index
Headline and food inflation in Lesotho, from the Bureau of Statistics. Latest: 2.6% a year (August 2026).
View → Updated monthlyCost of Debt
Prime lending, policy and Treasury bill rates, from the Central Bank of Lesotho. Latest: prime at 10.25% (July 2026).
View → Updated monthlyMobile Data Cost
The price of one gigabyte on Vodacom and Econet flagship bundles. Latest: M32.88 per GB (October 2026).
View → Updated quarterlyNewspaper Rankings
Lesotho newspapers ranked by social media reach. Lesotho Tribune leads on Facebook (Q3 2026).
View → Updated quarterlyRadio Rankings
Lesotho radio stations ranked by social media reach. MoAfrika FM leads on Facebook (Q3 2026).
View → StandardsResearch Methodology
How we source, label and correct our data, including our estimate versus reported labels.
Read →Cost of Living Basket
The monthly price of a basket of staple foods in Lesotho.