Easter

Because most of the festivals relate to Christianity, Easter is one of the most famous festivals in Lesotho. Easter festival, which is usually in April is marked with the usual parades, church attendances, and family get-togethers. Because the majority of Basotho take their religion seriously, so Easter is a great time for relaxation and gatherings. This is a national holiday, therefore, most schools and most businesses close on this occasion.

In addition to church services on Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Palm Sunday, and Easter Sunday, Easter is also a time of family feasts and reunions. Freshly butchered meat, local vegetables, and "joala," a type of handmade beer, are usually served at family feasts. Late into the night, there is typically singing, dancing, joy, and joala drinking. Besides, the Basotho travel a lot with their friends and families before or on Easter.

When: April

Where: All across the country