Broom Grass
Country of Origin - Lesotho
Broom Grass (Miscanthidium sorghum)
This grass stalk material, found in Lesotho's mountainous regions at around 2,500m near mountain streams, owes its resilience to the rarefied, cold atmosphere. It's available in lengths of up to 500mm but is commonly purchased in pre-cut bundles of 203mm and 229mm. Local companies collect the Broom Grass from various villages in Lesotho and transport it approximately 500 miles to Cape Town for containerization.
In Lesotho, brooms are made entirely from 100% Broom Grass, but when used in lighter domestic and yard brooms, it's often mixed with materials like Cane, Palmyra, Polypropylene, and Sherbro. The light green color adds an appealing aesthetic to the final mixtures. Purchasing Broom Grass is done in container loads due to high freight costs.
As a third-world country, Lesotho relies on exports, including the sale of Broom Grass, to sustain its economy. However, the nation still requires significant aid from the international community due to insufficient exports.
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Lesotho
Lesotho, often referred to as the "Kingdom in the Sky," is a small landlocked country entirely encircled by South Africa. Its dramatic mountainous terrain, with the Drakensberg Mountains cutting through, gives it a unique geographical identity. Lesotho is home to some of the highest low points in the world, with its lowest point still higher than most European capitals. This rugged landscape not only makes it a destination for trekkers and adventure seekers but also creates challenges for infrastructure development.
Lesotho's history is marked by its resistance to colonization. Unlike most African nations, it was never colonized by European powers, a source of immense pride for its people. Lesotho's monarch, currently King Letsie III, plays a significant role in the nation's politics and culture, and the monarchy holds a central place in the country's identity.
One of Lesotho's notable features is its thriving textile industry, which has grown substantially over the years. The country exports a significant amount of its textile products to the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). However, Lesotho also faces economic challenges, including high unemployment and poverty rates. Despite these challenges, Lesotho is known for its welcoming people and its ability to maintain its rich cultural traditions in a rapidly changing world.
Lesotho
Lesotho, often referred to as the "Kingdom in the Sky," is a small landlocked country entirely encircled by South Africa. Its dramatic mountainous terrain, with the Drakensberg Mountains cutting through, gives it a unique geographical identity. Lesotho is home to some of the highest low points in the world, with its lowest point still higher than most European capitals. This rugged landscape not only makes it a destination for trekkers and adventure seekers but also creates challenges for infrastructure development.
Lesotho's history is marked by its resistance to colonization. Unlike most African nations, it was never colonized by European powers, a source of immense pride for its people. Lesotho's monarch, currently King Letsie III, plays a significant role in the nation's politics and culture, and the monarchy holds a central place in the country's identity.
One of Lesotho's notable features is its thriving textile industry, which has grown substantially over the years. The country exports a significant amount of its textile products to the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). However, Lesotho also faces economic challenges, including high unemployment and poverty rates. Despite these challenges, Lesotho is known for its welcoming people and its ability to maintain its rich cultural traditions in a rapidly changing world.