Lesotho
Lightweight suit, shirt and tie should be worn for business meetings. . Usual business formalities should be observed, but expect a casual atmosphere and pace. Most business people speak English. Office hours are 0800-1245 and 1400-1630 Monday to Friday and 0800-1300 Saturday. Government office hours are 0800-1245 and 1400-1630 Monday to Friday.
Deteriorating economic conditions in the country aggravated by the return of large numbers of unemployed miners from South Africa have caused an increase in armed robberies, break-ins and auto thefts. This occurs primarily in the capital city of Maseru but can occur elsewhere as well. Victims have included foreign diplomats and members of foreign aid missions. Traveling alone or at night is particularly dangerous.
Visitors to Maseru will find several modern, well-equipped hotels with full telephone telex and fax facilities. There are hotels of varying quality in the main towns and mountain lodges giving access to the wilder regions.
Telephone IDD service is available to some cities. The country code is 266 (no area codes). The outgoing international code is 00. There is a limited internal telephone network. Limited telex/telegram facilities exist in main post offices and hotels. For charges contact the High Commission or Embassy. Post offices are generally open 0800-1300 and 1400-1630 Monday to Friday, 0800-1200 Saturday.
Electricity is 220 volts AC, 50Hz.
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