The African nation of Lesotho declared a two-year “state of disaster” this week over “high rates of youth unemployment and job losses,” which have ostensibly been exacerbated by uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Deputy Prime Minister Nthomeng Majara declared the “state of disaster” when unemployment reached 30 percent in general, and almost 50 percent for young people. The emergency declaration is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2027.
Lesotho officials said the declaration will make funding available for programs designed to improve the economy and create jobs for young people. The government is also taking steps like…
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