Lesotho’s embattled PM Thabane says he’s stepping down
Announcement ends months of speculation over his position, but he refuses to say when he'll go.
Thomas Thabane’s term in office was due to end in 2022. Picture: AFP / File / GIANLUIGI GUERCIA
Lesotho’s embattled Prime Minister Thomas Thabane said Monday he is stepping down, ending months of political uncertainty gripping the tiny kingdom since he was accused of having a role in his ex-wife’s murder.
“I decided to personally come and inform you that I am stepping down as prime minister of Lesotho,” he told supporters in his Abia home constituency.
He did not say when exactly he will officially quit.
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