Lesotho, Oct. 14 -- Local food vendors, small businesses and young entrepreneurs are set to benefit from the Lesotho Kota Festival, which aims to create business opportunities while promoting the country's food culture, tourism and entertainment industry.

Scheduled for December 5, 2026, at Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village, the festival will bring together Kota vendors from Lesotho and South Africa, alongside musicians, artists and other exhibitors, offering local entrepreneurs a platform to showcase their products, reach new customers and grow their businesses.

According to the festival Chief Executive Officer, Xolani Machele, the event was established to celebrate kota, one of Southern Africa's popular and affordable street foods, while b...