About United Africans Transformation
Transformation for All Basotho
United Africans Transformation (UAT) was established in December 2023 to break political stagnation and drive socio-economic renewal across the Kingdom of Lesotho. The party was founded on the conviction that Basotho deserve a government that delivers results, not one that manages decline.
Rooted in Pan-African values, self-reliance, and effective public delivery, UAT exists to build an equitable society where governance serves every Mosotho regardless of background, region, or means. We believe public office is a trust, and that trust is earned through visible, measurable service.
The party envisions a modernised Lesotho driven by educational expansion, strong protections for rural agriculture, and sustainable job creation. By bridging local community needs with strategic regional opportunities, UAT aims to restore accountability, civic pride, and long-term economic independence to Lesotho.
Party Record
- Full name
- United Africans Transformation
- Abbreviation
- UAT
- Founded
- December 2023
- IEC registration number
- 2023/481
- Party Leader
- Dr. Mahali Phamotse, Party Leader & National President
- Headquarters
- Maseru Headquarters, Maseru 100, Kingdom of Lesotho
Our Vision
A modernised, self-reliant Lesotho where every Mosotho has a fair path to education, work, and dignity.
Our Mission
To restore accountability in public office and drive socio-economic transformation through education, agriculture, trade, and clean governance.
What We Stand For
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Pan-African Solidarity
Lesotho's future is strengthened by deeper cooperation across the African continent.
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Self-Reliance
Building domestic capacity so that Basotho prosperity does not depend on the goodwill of others.
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Accountability
Public office is a trust. Every pula of public money must be traceable and justified.
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Equity
Governance must serve every Mosotho, in the highlands and lowlands alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was UAT founded?
United Africans Transformation (UAT) was established in December 2023. It is registered with the Independent Electoral Commission of Lesotho under registration number 2023/481.
Who leads the party?
The party is led by Dr. Mahali Phamotse, Party Leader & National President. Dr. Mahali Phamotse is a Mosotho academic, parliamentarian, and former Cabinet Minister who founded United African Transformation in December 2023 to offer Basotho a dynamic, action-oriented political alternative. A full profile is available on the leadership page.
What does UAT stand for?
To restore accountability in public office and drive socio-economic transformation through education, agriculture, trade, and clean governance. The party's priorities are youth employment & tertiary education expansion, agricultural modernisation & farmer protections, economic development & trade integration, and governance reform & anti-corruption. These are set out in full in the manifesto.
Where is the party based?
UAT is based at Maseru Headquarters, Maseru 100, Kingdom of Lesotho. General enquiries can be sent to info@uat.org.ls. Further details are on the contact page.