AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAccess and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) Week 2026: Lesotho’s Ministry of Environment and Forestry, with UNDP, is set to launch ABS Week 2026 to strengthen how the country implements the Nagoya Protocol—linking biodiversity and medicinal plants to conservation, fair benefit-sharing, and stronger institutions. Clean environment in Maseru: Clean Lesotho Initiatives restored a neglected Maseru site by clearing overgrown vegetation and scattered waste, with plans to turn the area into a recreational park in talks with the Maseru City Council. Disaster readiness in Bela-Bela: The Lesotho Mounted Police Service trained communities in basic disaster response and first aid, warning that climate change is increasing shocks and urging stronger hazard awareness in schools. Water, sanitation and child wellbeing: World Vision Lesotho rolled out its 2026–2030 community strategy, prioritising child protection, health and nutrition, and water and sanitation, while Lesotho’s schools also push agricultural learning to improve food security. Major funding for energy, skills and nutrition: Lesotho and the World Bank signed over M841m in agreements to expand clean energy access, boost skills, and improve nutrition outcomes. Gender and health education: Parents and guardians were urged to discuss puberty and biological changes openly with daughters, alongside responsible use of menstrual health support.
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