Qacha’s Nek, Nov. 21 — The newly completed 91-kilometer Mpiti-Sehlabathebe road, now named the Makhaola Lerotholi Highway, is poised to drive economic transformation in the region.
This critical road connects Qacha’s Nek to the scenic Sehlabathebe National Park (SNP), unlocking fresh economic opportunities, boosting tourism, and laying the foundation for thriving local businesses.
Since its completion in March 2024, the road has turned the once-isolated UNESCO World Heritage Site into a top destination for both domestic and international tourists. Following its official opening on June 21 by Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane, the number of visitors has steadily increased.
In July, the park recorded 70 visitors; in August, 129; in September, 644; and in October, 409. Over the span of just four months, a total of 1,252 visitors passed through, with domestic tourists comprising the majority.
