Lesotho, Nov. 4 -- LGBTIQ+ entrepreneurs, artisans, creatives and business owners will gather in Maseru on November 13 for the Phutheho Business Market and Network Convening, an event expected to focus on economic inclusion, market access and business opportunities.

Hosted by Queer WorX through its Queer Econ programme, the gathering will take place at Lake Cookhouse in Maqalika under the theme, "From Margins to Markets." The event is expected to bring together entrepreneurs, financial institutions, corporates, government representatives, development partners and members of the public to explore ways of strengthening participation in Lesotho's economy.

Drawing its name from the Sesotho word Phutheho, meaning a purposeful gathering, the...