AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSolid Waste Crisis: Lesotho is losing control of waste, with 80% of garbage uncollected and ending up in illegal dumps and open burning, raising soil, water and air pollution risks and putting healthcare workers and waste pickers in danger. Biodiversity Focus: The Ministry of Environment marked International Day for Biodiversity in Semonkong, highlighting highland wetlands and community-led conservation as key to water regulation, livelihoods and climate resilience. Water Safety Alarm: Tlhaha-lia-Tloka residents in Nazareth say their well water has turned salty, fearing contamination from a nearby cemetery aquifer and urging urgent safe water infrastructure. Potato Sector Push: Agriculture officials marked International Day of Potato, linking the sector to Lesotho’s development plans and calling for climate-smart production, value-chain support and private sector participation. Monetary Tightening: The Central Bank raised the Central Bank Rate to 6.75% as global tensions and fuel-price pressures threaten inflation and external reserves. Civic Education Ahead of Polls: The IEC launched a civic and voter education strategy and voter registration programme to boost informed participation and trust in the electoral process. Arts Funding Strain: Serumula Performing Arts Academy closed after 19 years, citing unsustainable finances and mounting debts.
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