Current Date And Time In Mafeteng District, Lesotho
Thursday, 30 July 2026
06:47:26 SAST
Capital: Mafeteng
Currency: Lesotho Loti (LSL)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 178,222
Area: 2,119.00 km²
State Code: E
Explore the interactive satellite map of Mafeteng District, a state or administrative region of Lesotho, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mafeteng District — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Mafeteng District in Lesotho.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Lesotho operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 29.7607° S | 27.3146° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -29.7607 | 27.3146 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 29° 45' 38" S | 27° 18' 53" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 29° 45.6401' S | 27° 18.8781' E |
| Population | 178,222 |
| Area (km²) | 2,119.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 818.15 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 38.27 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,683 m / 5,522 ft |
| Area Rank | #9 in Lesotho |
| Population Rank | #4 of 5 in Lesotho |
| GPS (DD) | -29.7607, 27.3146 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mafeteng District to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Lesotho.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maseru District | Lesotho | NE | 57 km | 35 mi | ~43m | 🗺 View |
| Mohale's Hoek District | Lesotho | SE | 58 km | 36 mi | ~43m | 🗺 View |
| Quthing | Lesotho | SE | 81 km | 50 mi | ~1h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Berea | Lesotho | NE | 82 km | 51 mi | ~1h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Leribe | Lesotho | NE | 122 km | 76 mi | ~1h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Thaba-Tseka | Lesotho | E | 128 km | 79 mi | ~1h 36m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Mafeteng District, along with each city's aerial distance from Mafeteng, Mafeteng District's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mafeteng | -29.823° S | 27.2374° E | 1,669 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Makhakhe | -29.7566° S | 27.5434° E | 1,704 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Mafeteng District is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Lesotho. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Mafeteng District on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Lesotho.
The satellite view of Mafeteng District helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Lesotho national map
Mafeteng District occupies a distinct geographic zone within Lesotho in the Africa region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Mafeteng District for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Lesotho. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Mafeteng District in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Lesotho. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Mafeteng District are latitude -29.7607° and longitude 27.3146°. In directional format: 29.7607° S, 27.3146° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Mafeteng District in Lesotho and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Mafeteng District is a state or administrative region of Lesotho, located in Africa. Its capital city is Mafeteng. View the exact position of Mafeteng District on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mafeteng District is at: Latitude 29° 45' 38" S and Longitude 27° 18' 53" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Mafeteng District covers a total area of approximately 2,119.00 km² (818.15 mi²). This is roughly 6.98% of Lesotho's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Mafeteng District is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -29.7607, 27.3146 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mafeteng District in Lesotho. For broader context, explore the Lesotho national map or nearby states.
Today in Mafeteng District, sunrise is at 06:55 AM and sunset is at 05:38 PM, giving a day length of 10h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mafeteng District's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Mafeteng District is approximately 3,313 km (2,059 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,640 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Mafeteng District — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kahuku, United States, roughly 1,042 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
