Lesotho’s manufacturing sector, led by textiles and apparel, has been a major economic driver, creating thousands of jobs and generating substantial export earnings, making it a top garment exporter in Sub-Saharan Africa.
However, the US tariff of 50 per cent, which was eventually lowered to 15 per cent after a 90-day pause, triggered mass order cancellations and widespread layoffs.
However, the US tariff of 50 per cent, which was eventually lowered to 15 per cent after a 90-day pause, triggered mass order cancellations and widespread layoffs.
