How did Lesotho get independence?

348,848 residents. In 1959 Basutoland became a British Colony and was called Territory of Basutoland. Basutoland gained full independence from Britain on 4 October 1966 and became known as Lesotho. Lesotho was also rocked by a military takeover, which forced King Moshoeshoe II into exile.

How did Swaziland get independence?

A constitutional committee agreed on a constitutional monarchy for Swaziland, with self-government to follow parliamentary elections in 1967. Swaziland became independent on 6 September 1968. Swaziland’s first post-independence elections were held in May 1972. The INM received close to 75\% of the vote.

When did Swaziland gain independence?

September 6, 1968
Eswatini/Founded

Pre-Crisis Phase (September 6, 1968-April 11, 1973): The British protectorate of Swaziland formally achieved its independence from the United Kingdom on September 6, 1968.

Which country is Eswatini?

Eswatini, officially Kingdom of Eswatini, Swati Umbuso weSwatini, previously called Kingdom of Swaziland, landlocked country in the eastern flank of South Africa, where it adjoins Mozambique. It extends about 110 miles (175 km) from north to south and about 80 miles (130 km) from west to east at its largest dimensions.

Why did Britain colonize Swaziland?

The British sought to extend some protection to the Swazi population but were also happy to keep some diplomatic avenues open in the region. British officials in the Cape and back in London were already seeking ways of incorporating the rich goldfields of Transvaal into the British Empire.

Is Eswatini an independent country?

The government is an absolute monarchy, the last of its kind in Africa, and has been ruled by King Mswati III since 1986….Eswatini.

Kingdom of Eswatini Umbuso weSwatini (Swazi)
• Lower house	House of Assembly
Independence from the United Kingdom
• Granted	6 September 1968
• United Nations membership	24 September 1968

What was Lesotho called before independence?

Basutoland
Lesotho is just over 30,000 km2 (11,583 sq mi) and has a population of about 2 million. Its capital and largest city is Maseru. The official languages are Sesotho and English. Lesotho was previously the British Crown Colony of Basutoland, but it declared independence from the United Kingdom on 4 October 1966.