AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSevere Weather Watch: South Africa’s SAWS issued Orange Level 6 and Level 5 storm warnings, with flooding, hail, damaging winds and travel disruptions expected across parts of the North West, Free State and Northern Cape, and along the Lesotho border under Yellow Level 4. Cold-Front Snow Clarification: Meteorologists said any snow would be confined to high ground like the Drakensberg and Lesotho—not Pretoria—after confusion on social media. Hydropower for Semonkong: Lesotho’s upgraded Semonkong hydropower station was launched to improve reliable electricity and cut reliance on costly diesel generators and pollution. Climate-Smart Farming: Aeroponics is being promoted as a soil-free, year-round option for Lesotho’s food production, especially for young entrepreneurs. Water Project Accountability: Communities affected by LHWP II urged the New Development Bank to disclose an independent accountability mechanism for public consultation. Clean Energy Investment Angle: A wider Africa solar boom report highlights how distributed solar is often “hidden” in official numbers. Product Safety Recall: Woolworths recalled WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo after a bacteria-related issue, including sales into Lesotho.
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