(from the article `Sotho`) ...Africa. The main groups are customarily classified as the Transvaal, or northern, Sotho (Pedi, Lovedu, and others); the western Sotho, or Tswana ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/b/30
The Basuto is a South African breed of pony, developed from horses introduced in the 17th century by the Dutch East India company. The Basuto is a generally good natured pony, standing up to 14 hands high, and with some horse characteristics, such as a long stride. They are tough and sure-footed ponies formerly used as war horses. Found on http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/BB.HTM