Lesotho
Country in Africa
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 0.4 (2024). World rank 38 of 203 (1 = best); in Africa, 25 of 53. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 1.3 (2024). World rank 31 of 203 (1 = best); in Africa, 16 of 53. Forest cover: 1.1% (2024). World rank 195 of 213; in Africa, 48 of 54. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 0.3% → 23.4%. Better than all its neighbours (South Africa): protected areas, CO₂ emissions, all greenhouse gases, air pollution PM2.5, and water stress.