University Governance: The National University of Lesotho Council terminated suspended Pro-Vice-Chancellor Kananelo Mosito’s fixed-term contract with immediate effect on 3 August, saying his conduct “fundamentally impaired” trust in senior management, while noting his dormant permanent pensionable post remains unaffected. HIV Funding Pressure: UNAIDS warned that global HIV prevention funding fell sharply in 2025, contributing to 1.2 million new infections and 570,000 AIDS deaths, and said gains are fragile without sustained support—while noting Lesotho and others still made progress toward 2030 targets. Agriculture & Jobs: The agriculture ministry validated a Public Private Dialogue action plan to move farming from subsistence to commercial production, backed by the World Bank’s CAFI project, with a new working group bringing government, farmers, business and partners together. Food & Weather Culture: Basotho marked the New Year with a traditional prayer and ceremonial cleansing of ploughs in Maseru, seeking favourable rainfall and a successful planting season. Water & Resources: South Africa’s Vaal Dam system was reported stable at above full supply capacity, with only minor seasonal declines—relevant for regional water security. Sports Funding: Lesotho’s Sport and Recreation Commission signed agreements to launch a National Sports Raffle Draw Initiative, aiming to create a sustainable fund for grassroots sport and youth talent.