Lesotho
SMS Services in Lesotho
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SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in Lesotho?
Regulatory Authority
Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
Vodacom
Econet Telecom
- Both operators provide infrastructure for enterprise SMS services
- Sender ID and content approval handled via their platforms
Telecom Market share in Lesotho
Vodacom dominates Lesotho’s telecom market with approximately 80% share, while Econet Telecom holds around 20%. Together, the two operators control nearly the entire mobile sector, forming a duopoly.
Country Summary Snapshot
Lesotho- An Overview
| Country Code | LS |
|---|---|
| Region | Middle East & Africa |
| Capital | Maseru |
| Currency | Lesotho Loti |
| Language | Southern Sotho, English, Xhosa, Phuthi |
| Calling Code | +266 |
| MCC | 651 |
| Mobile Number Portability | No |
| Two Way SMS supported | No |
| Character Limit | None |
| Concatenated Messages Support | Yes |
| SenderID Registration Required | No |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with the regulations of Lesotho’s Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) to send SMS legally in the country. Separate rules apply for domestic messaging and for international SMS traffic.
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