AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRoad Safety & Compensation: Lesotho’s Ministry of Finance is drafting a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Policy to replace the 1989 Motor Vehicle Insurance Order, aiming for a modern, sustainable, victim-centred system and inviting public written comments from stakeholders. Winter Weather Watch: Cold, frost and fog are expected across South Africa, with morning frost along the Lesotho border in the Free State and fog patches in several provinces—raising risks for travel and vulnerable communities. Public Accountability in Maseru: Lesotho launched a three-day Accountability Summit in Maseru, with citizens directly raising concerns to senior officials; the government says passport processing will improve, including SMS alerts and faster turnaround. Crime & Child Protection: Lesotho Correctional Service officials say sexual offences remain a leading crime, linked to substance abuse, domestic violence and murder, urging parents to protect children and strengthen safe home environments. Digital Learning Push: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital learning initiative for more than 500,000 people across Lesotho and five other African countries, focusing on learning spaces, teacher capacity and job-ready skills. Regional Health Pressure: A SADC TB progress report says incidence is down but progress is plateauing, with Lesotho still recording the highest TB incidence in the region.
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