Lesotho and Swaziland (now known as Eswatini) are independent countries primarily due to their historical and cultural identities, which have allowed them to maintain distinct political structures. Both nations resisted colonial rule and negotiated their sovereignty in the 20th century, with Lesotho gaining independence from Britain in 1966 and Eswatini in 1968. Their geographical positioning as enclaved states within South Africa further contributed to their unique political status, allowing them to retain autonomy while navigating regional dynamics.
Lesotho is totally enclosed by South Africa. It occupies a high mountain plateau west of the KwaZulu-Natal province.Swaziland is enclosed by two countries, South Africa and Mozambique. It is on the east cost, at the border between South Africa and Mozambique.
Lesotho, and Swaziland
Swaziland and Lesotho are.
Lesotho and Swaziland are both small, landlocked countries entirely surrounded by South Africa. They are both monarchies and are very traditional and indigeous.
Namibia (formally South West Africa), Botswana, Zimbabwe (formally Rhodesia) and Mozambique (sometimes spelt Mocambique). In addition there are the two independent landlocked (within the borders of South Africa) countries of Swaziland and Lesotho
Lesotho and Swaziland
Lesotho and Swaziland
They are Swaziland and Lesotho.
There are three, Swaziland, Lesotho and Morocco.
The answer is Lesotho and Swaziland.
No, Lesotho and Swaziland are not the same country. Lesotho is a landlocked kingdom located entirely within South Africa, while Swaziland, officially known as Eswatini, is situated to the northeast of South Africa and shares borders with it and Mozambique. Both are independent kingdoms in Southern Africa, but they have distinct cultures, languages, and governance.
Yes. Some examples are Vatican City (in Italy) and Lesotho and Swaziland (landlocked in South Africa).