Ministry of Finance (Lesotho)

The Ministry of Finance (Lesotho) is a government ministry responsible for managing the public finances of the Kingdom of Lesotho. Its primary functions include formulating and implementing fiscal policy, preparing the national budget, collecting government revenue (primarily through the Lesotho Revenue Authority), managing public debt, and overseeing financial regulations. The Ministry plays a key role in economic planning and development, working in collaboration with other government ministries and agencies to achieve the country's economic goals. It also represents Lesotho in international financial institutions such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Minister of Finance is a cabinet-level appointment. The Ministry's headquarters are located in Maseru, the capital city of Lesotho.