AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoClean Energy Push: Lesotho has broken ground on Phase II of the China-backed Ha-Ramarothole Solar Power Project in Mafeteng, adding 50MW to bring total capacity to 80MW and cutting reliance on electricity imports that cost the country nearly 1 billion maloti a year. Water Infrastructure: Construction on the Polihali Dam under LHWP Phase II has reached 50% completion, with the project still on track for reservoir impoundment in the 2027/2028 rainy season. Conservation & Wildlife Data: The Endangered Wildlife Trust and International Crane Foundation are reviving a national crane census, calling on the public to submit sightings via WhatsApp from 24–27 July to help track crane populations and breeding areas. Public Finance Skills: NUL and the Central Bank of Lesotho launched a structured financial literacy programme to reduce consumer complaints linked to people signing contracts without fully understanding terms. Local Asset Management: The LNDC says tenants are misusing its properties and owes about M50 million in unpaid rent, and plans to remove offenders to make space for genuine investors. Road Safety Policy: Lesotho’s Ministry of Finance is seeking public input on a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Policy to create a modern, victim-centred compensation system.
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