AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDisability & Inclusion: Lesotho says it has improved access to assistive technology through a National Priority Assistive Products List and a National Assistive Technology Policy and Strategy, plus training under the Physiotherapy Outreach Programme using recycled cardboard to make low-cost devices—though funding and rollout gaps still limit wider reach. Water Safety: A new Environmental Performance Index assessment flags unsafe drinking water as a major health risk across many African countries, pointing to weak infrastructure, sanitation shortfalls and climate pressures as key drivers. Winter Weather & Transport: Heavy snow has forced the closure of Sani Pass and prompted travel delays into Lesotho, while severe storms in KwaZulu-Natal damaged homes—disaster teams are assessing impacts and urging extra road and household safety in freezing conditions. Flood Recovery Pressure: Borokhoaneng residents report another round of morning rains inundating homes and streets, deepening distress after earlier flash floods. Policy Watch: Lesotho’s Senate adopted the Children’s Protection and Welfare (Amendment) Bill to strengthen safeguards against abuse, neglect and exploitation. Climate-Linked Health Tech: Lesotho called for greater African participation in shaping cyber security and emerging technologies in line with international humanitarian law, with a focus on protecting civilians.
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