Lesotho's embattled prime minister has told AFP he intends to hand in his resignation on Wednesday, a move that could help resolve a long-running political crisis in the tiny kingdom.
Lesotho Prime Minister Thomas Thabane is facing possible prosecution over the killing of his ex-wife. AFP/File/GIANLUIGI GUERCIA
Thomas Thabane, 80, who faces possible prosecution over the killing of his ex-wife, told AFP in a telephone interview on Tuesday that he is retiring because of old age. Police have since found Thabane’s mobile number in communications records from the crime scene — prompting rivals within his party to demand his immediate resignation.
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