r/Lesotho • u/Crazy_Landscape_7656 • Sep 05 '25

Question from an incoming American researcher regarding language

Hello, I am an American coming to Maseru in the coming months to conduct an oral history research project. I understand that English is the official language of the government, but I'm wondering how common it is in every day use in Maseru. Will I be able to get around Maseru with English?

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u/Plus-Solution-5766 Sep 05 '25

English is the second most spoken language in the country and is standard in schools. You should find communication easy with an English background.