Lesotho: Matekane’s ‘Elite Squad’ – Who Is Who?

REVOLUTION for Prosperity (RFP) leader, Sam Matekane, has divided opinion in his party by handpicking 10 of his closest allies to represent the party in the upcoming polls without having to undergo primary elections in their constituencies.

The decision sparked a protest at the party’s Maseru headquarters this week by dissatisfied RFP members led by the Maseru Central youth chairperson, Relebohile Mosamane.

Mr Mosamane and others said they were even willing to go to court to challenge Mr…