AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoClimate Preparedness: Lesotho’s Disaster Management Authority will host a National Climate Outlook Forum with the Lesotho Meteorological Services to share the latest seasonal forecast and push coordinated anticipatory actions across ministries, UN agencies, donors, NGOs and the private sector. El Niño Heat & Rain Risks: The Ministry of Environment and Forestry warns most of Lesotho may see below-normal rainfall and intense heat as El Niño 2026/27 approaches, while heavier rains are expected from January to March 2027—along with possible storms that could damage crops, homes and roads. Severe Weather Watch (Regional): South Africa’s Weather Service issued an Orange Level 6 warning for severe thunderstorms (flooding, strong winds and hail) affecting parts of the North West, Free State and Northern Cape, with knock-on disruption risks that can spill into border areas. Food & Prices: Fresh produce prices feeding Maseru retail shifted this week, with onions up sharply and potatoes easing, reflecting changes in South African wholesale markets. Water & Environment Accountability: Civil society groups urged the New Development Bank to engage directly with LHWP II-affected communities and disclose a draft independent accountability mechanism for consultation. Biodiversity & Traditional Medicine: Traditional doctors marked African Traditional Medicine Day, stressing the need to protect indigenous medicinal plants as climate change threatens their survival.
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