MASERU, Feb. 20 -- All eyes are on the Minister of Finance and Development Planning Dr Retselisitsoe Matlanyane today as she will table the budget estimates for 2025/2026 fiscal year.

The highly anticipated presentation is expected to outline the government's financial priorities and address key economic challenges facing the nation.

The public is particularly eager to see measures that will reduce the trade deficit, enhance local industries, and create employment opportunities.

In its latest report, the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) highlights Lesotho's ongoing trade imbalance as a significant concern.

According to the report, in 2023, Lesotho exported goods valued at M15.3 billion while importing M31.7 billion, resulting in ...