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 GUERCIALesotho’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.For more news your way, download The Citizen’s app for
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