LSL / ZAR

The Lesotho loti is the official currency of the Kingdom of Lesotho, a landlocked enclave within South Africa. Introduced in 1980 to replace the South African rand at par, it is pegged to the rand on a 1:1 basis, providing stability for the small economy. The loti is subdivided into 100 lisente, the minor unit used for low‑value transactions.

The Central Bank of Lesotho issues both coins and banknotes, with denominations ranging from 1 lisente up to 200 loti. The rand is also legal tender in Lesotho, allowing seamless cross‑border trade. The name “loti” translates to “mountain” in Sesotho, a nod to the country’s rugged highlands.