Holding Motor Race Events in Lesotho
Legal Framework for Motorsport Events in Lesotho
1. Lesotho Off-Road Association (LORA)
- The Lesotho Off-Road Association is recognized as the sole controlling body for motorsport in Lesotho.
- It is legally registered under the oversight of the Lesotho Sport and Recreation Commission (LSRC), acting as the official authority for motorsport event governance.
2. Role of the Lesotho Sport and Recreation Commission (LSRC)
- Established by the Lesotho Sport and Recreation Act No. 3 of 2002, the LSRC is the government agency responsible for coordinating and developing sports in Lesotho through National Sport Federations. Lesotho Sport and Recreation Commission
- The LSRC provides oversight, while associations like LORA handle specific sports sectors—like motorsport.
3. Road Traffic Act of 1981 (Act No. 8 of 1981)
- The Road Traffic Act, 1981 includes Section 81 under Chapter VIII — Rules of the Road, titled “Racing and sports on public road”.
So in essence:
- LORA: Responsible for issuing event permits and setting safety and organizational standards for motorsport, under LSRC authority.
- LSRC: The overarching sports commission ensuring LORA operates within national sports regulatory frameworks.
- Road Traffic Act, Section 81: Ensures that any event impacting public roads receives legal approval before proceeding.