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Invest in Tomorrow

Investing made simple.For Basotho.

Start building wealth from as little as M100. Invest in funds across Lesotho, the JSE and global markets — managed by CBL-licensed asset managers, with transparent, ultra-low fees. Pay in and out with M-Pesa, EcoCash or your bank.

From M100Fractional investingCBL-regulated funds

Portfolio value

M 10,750.00

+M 1,240 (13.0%) all time

Your funds

Lesotho Money Market

Local

M 4,300

+5.1%

SA Top 40 (JSE)

Regional

M 3,950

+18.4%

Global Equity Fund

Global

M 2,500

+9.7%

Recurring invest

M250 every payday — via M-Pesa.

M100

minimum to start

3 markets

local · JSE · global

Ultra-low

transparent fees

CBL

regulated funds

Why Tsetela

Investing has been a privilege. We're making it a right.

For too long, investing in Lesotho meant high minimums, complex processes and specialist knowledge — leaving most Basotho out of wealth-building. Tsetela changes that: small amounts, plain language, and a few taps to put your money to work.

  • Start small, grow steadily

    Begin from M100 and add any amount, anytime — even on payday auto-invest.

  • Own a slice of anything

    Fractional investing lets you hold part of a fund or share you couldn't buy whole.

  • Learn as you go

    Built-in education turns first-time savers into confident investors.

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From M100 to a portfolio.

A movement to make investing inclusive, transparent and empowering — the gateway for every Mosotho to participate in wealth creation.

M100

to start

0%

hidden fees

24/7

in your pocket

Built for Lesotho

Every summit starts with a single step

Like climbing the Maluti, building wealth is about steady progress — not one giant leap. Tsetela lets you start with M100 and grow from there.

How it works

Start investing in four simple steps

1

Create your account

Sign up in minutes and verify your identity securely — all in the app.

2

Add money

Fund your wallet from M100 via M-Pesa, EcoCash or your bank.

3

Choose your funds

Pick from local, JSE and global funds — or a ready-made portfolio.

4

Watch it grow

Track performance, invest on repeat, and withdraw whenever you need.

Market access

Invest locally, regionally and soon — worldwide

One app, three horizons. Diversify across Lesotho, the JSE and global markets, all in Maloti.

Available

Local

Lesotho

Money-market and local funds that keep your savings working at home.

Available

Regional

JSE & South Africa

Access the Johannesburg Stock Exchange — the Top 40, ETFs and more.

Coming soon

Global

Worldwide

Global equity and index funds to diversify beyond the region.

Local to global

When you invest, you join the world's markets

From Maseru to the JSE and beyond — Tsetela connects your Maloti to opportunities across Lesotho, the region and, soon, the globe.

What you get

Everything you need to invest with confidence

Low minimums

Start from M100 — no need for a lump sum to begin.

Fractional investing

Own a slice of funds and shares, however small your budget.

Regulated & secure

Funds run by CBL-licensed asset managers; bank-grade security.

Education hub

Articles, courses and a glossary that build your confidence.

Portfolio management

Track performance, allocation and goals at a glance.

Seamless payments

Pay in and out via M-Pesa, EcoCash and banks — powered by Softserve Payments.

Investing 101

What is a fund?

Read

Risk & reward

Understand the trade-off

Read

The JSE explained

Your gateway to SA markets

Read

Compounding

Why time beats timing

Read

Education hub

Learn to invest — one lesson at a time

Tsetela raises financial literacy as you go. Bite-sized lessons, real-world examples and a guided first investment turn nominal savers into informed, long-term investors.

Start learning
Payments

Money in and out — the way Basotho already pay

Powered by Softserve Payments, Tsetela moves money seamlessly from nominal top-ups to larger pay-ins, and pays you out at the right time — over M-Pesa, EcoCash and traditional banks.

M-PesaEcoCashBank transfer

Instant top-ups

Add from M100 in seconds and start investing right away.

Flexible withdrawals

Cash out to your wallet or bank when you need it.

Auto-invest

Schedule recurring investments around your payday.

Secure by design

Every transaction protected and reconciled end-to-end.

Trust & regulation

Regulated, transparent and on your side

Your money is invested in collective investment schemes operated by asset managers licensed by the Central Bank of Lesotho.

CBL-licensed asset managers

Funds are managed by accredited professionals regulated under the CBL Collective Investment Schemes framework.

Your money, ring-fenced

Client assets are held separately and managed within strict regulatory guidelines.

Clear on the risks

Investing carries risk and the value of investments can go down as well as up. We always show fees upfront.

Capital is at risk. Past performance is not a guide to future returns. Tsetela facilitates access to funds operated by CBL-licensed asset managers; it does not provide financial advice. Full terms and risk disclosures are available in-app.

Invest in tomorrow, today

Download Tsetela and make your first investment in minutes — from as little as M100.

Coming soon to the App Store and Google Play. Try the web app at app.tsetela.softserve.co.ls.

Portfolio value

M 10,750.00

+M 1,240 (13.0%) all time

Your funds

Lesotho Money Market

Local

M 4,300

+5.1%

SA Top 40 (JSE)

Regional

M 3,950

+18.4%

Global Equity Fund

Global

M 2,500

+9.7%

Recurring invest

M250 every payday — via M-Pesa.

FAQ

Questions, answered

Still curious? Talk to us.

How much do I need to start?

You can start investing with as little as M100. Add more anytime, or set up a recurring investment around your payday.

Is Tsetela regulated?

Tsetela gives you access to collective investment schemes (funds) operated by asset managers licensed by the Central Bank of Lesotho. Capital is at risk.

What can I invest in?

Local Lesotho funds, regional funds on the JSE / South African market, and — soon — global funds. You can hold fractions, so any budget works.

How do I pay in and withdraw?

Pay in and out using M-Pesa, EcoCash or a bank transfer, powered by Softserve Payments. Withdrawals are paid to your wallet or bank.

What does it cost?

Fees are transparent and ultra-low, always shown before you invest — no hidden charges. [FILL: representative fee schedule]

Is my money safe?

Client assets are managed within strict regulatory guidelines and protected with bank-grade security. Investing still carries risk and values can fall as well as rise.

Get in touch

We're here to help you start

Questions about investing, your account, or partnering as an asset manager? Reach the Tsetela team in Maseru.