Lesotho’s Revolution For Prosperity (RFP) party put on an outstanding performance for a party that had only been established six months prior, which was also a damning indictment of the nation’s recent political leadership.
But officials in the RFP will be disappointed that an overall majority was not secured.
Many Basotho will also be wondering if a line would have been drawn under the years of infighting and chaos of coalition governments had Sam Matekane’s party gotten over 50% of the seats.
The diamond magnate will still dominate the political scene.
There will be high expectations that the RFP fulfills a promise to cut unemployment.
Some eyes will be checking for potential conflicts of interest between Mr Matekane’s business affairs and the government.