AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWater Infrastructure: Polihali Dam Phase II construction has hit 50% completion, with the 166m concrete-faced rockfill dam on track for reservoir impoundment in the 2027/28 rainy season. Biodiversity & Climate Finance: IUCN secured nearly US$5m in GEF funding for Southern Africa projects, including the Orange–Senqu Water Fund spanning Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and South Africa. Local Governance & Accountability: Lesotho’s Accountability Summit in Maseru promises faster passport processing (including SMS alerts) and improved service-provider payment monitoring. Trade & Jobs: The Trade Ministry says the RVCL+ programme is boosting Basotho enterprise competitiveness, with 102 companies taking part in international trade fairs and 114 officials trained. Public Health & Safety: Lesotho is developing a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Policy to create a modern, victim-centred compensation system and invite public comments. Community SRHR: Thamae Primary launched an Ithate Youth Club to equip girls with Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights knowledge and create safer discussion spaces. Wildlife Conservation (Region): South Africa’s Endangered Wildlife Trust is calling for public help in a national crane census later this month. Weather Watch: Expect cool, fine conditions with morning frost and fog patches in parts of the region, including areas along the Lesotho border.
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