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References
- ↑ "Lesotho • Africa Elects". Africa Elects. Retrieved 2023-09-10.
- ↑ Times, Lesotho (2022-08-16). "I would rather lose honestly than sell my soul: Lekhoaba". Lesotho Times. Retrieved 2023-09-10.
- ↑ Post, The (2023-04-18). "Four new MPs to be sworn-in". The Post. Retrieved 2023-09-10.
- ↑ "UFC LEADER DECLARES SUPPORT TO GOVERNMENT". Lesotho News Agency. 30 August 2023. Retrieved 10 September 2023.
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