AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSADC Summit Snub: Lesotho’s opposition says its rule-of-law grievances over alleged non-compliance with court orders were left out of the agenda at the 46th SADC Heads of State meeting in Durban, despite letters to the bloc ahead of the summit. Gender & Climate Justice Scorecard: A new Southern Africa Gender and Development Index puts Lesotho among the top performers above 60%, while also flagging rising pressure on rights gains across the region. El Niño Preparedness: Lesotho’s Disaster Management Authority held a national forum to plan early action for anticipated El Niño impacts on food security, livestock, water, health and livelihoods. Water Security & Resilience: A regional push for water security highlights coordinated financing for projects like Lesotho’s Metolong Dam, aimed at boosting reliable water supply and public health. AI Strategy Workshop: Lesotho’s ICT ministry and UN Lesotho are developing a National AI Strategy and Data Centre Blueprint, stressing responsible, secure rollout. Women in Business Drive: Revenue Service Lesotho urged women entrepreneurs to formalize and keep proper records to grow sustainable enterprises. Diaspora Investment Framework: Lesotho is working to turn diaspora remittances into productive development investment through a practical regulatory and financial framework. Wildlife Conservation Link: International reports say Prince Harry redirected Diana Fund income to elephant conservation in Botswana, including satellite-tracking collars for elephants.
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