AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHydropower + AI push: Lesotho has signed a $6.2bn deal with Convalt Energy for a 1,200MW hydropower project and an AI data centre near Kobong Dam, aiming to shift the country from importing electricity to exporting renewable power. Disability inclusion: Lesotho says it has improved access to assistive technology through a national priority products list and an assistive technology policy, but funding and rollout gaps still limit wider reach. Water safety spotlight: A new global assessment flags unsafe drinking water as a major health risk, with many African countries among the worst affected. Winter weather impacts: Severe cold and snow have disrupted travel in the region, including closures linked to Sani Pass conditions, with authorities urging caution. Flood stress in Borokhoaneng: Residents report renewed flooding after earlier flash floods, with homes inundated again and calls for more lasting flood protection. Regional trade ties: Lesotho officials meet Dubai Chambers to boost investment cooperation, including logistics, infrastructure and the digital economy. Wildlife + cruelty-free fashion: A Lesotho-linked report highlights animal-welfare pressure, with a fashion event banning animal-derived knits.
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