Revolution_for_Prosperity

Revolution for Prosperity

Revolution for Prosperity

Political party in Lesotho

Revolution for Prosperity (Sotho: Thalaboliba ea Ntlafatso)[3] is a social liberal political party in Lesotho led by millionaire businessman Sam Matekane.[4][5][6]

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History

The party was launched by Sam Matekane on 22 March 2022.[7][8]

According to the preliminary results of the 2022 Lesotho general election, the party received a plurality of seats in the country's parliament.[9][10][11] Previously, it had been suggested that the party could achieve great success in the elections.[12]

After the election results were announced, RFP leader Matekane announced that he would form a coalition with the Alliance of Democrats and the Movement for Economic Change.[13][14] The coalition will have 65 seats in the 120-seat National Assembly.

Election results

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References

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    "Lesotho 2022 General Election Final Results". The Post. 10 October 2022. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
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    "Lesotho's RFP party forms coalition government with other opposition after election win". Reuters. 11 October 2022. Retrieved 11 October 2022.
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    "Lesotho tycoon forges coalition after poll breakthrough". France 24. 11 October 2022. Retrieved 11 October 2022.


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