AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSports—Kenya vs Lesotho Friendlies: Kenya’s Harambee Stars will play Lesotho in a two-match June friendly series in Pretoria after logistical problems forced changes to earlier planned fixtures. The games are set for June 4 and June 7 at Lucas Moripe Stadium. Women’s Football—Copper Queens Four Nations: Zambia will host the Four Nations women’s tournament from June 1–9, with Lesotho, Kenya and Zimbabwe taking part as teams fine-tune preparations for WAFCON in Morocco. Economy—CBL Rate Hike: Lesotho’s Central Bank raised the Central Bank Rate by 25 basis points to 6.75%, citing global uncertainty and higher fuel costs. Governance—Auditor General Flags Financial Weaknesses: The Auditor General warned of recurring inconsistencies and poor records in government financial management, including major cash-flow mismatches. Mining—Kao Mine Shuts Down: Storm Mountain Diamonds will close on June 30, leaving over 800 workers jobless amid collapsing diamond prices and lab-grown competition. Public Safety—Waste Crisis: An Ombudsman report says 80% of Lesotho’s waste is unmanaged, with serious health and environmental risks. Health—Winter Burn Warning: Health workers urge caution as winter heating methods drive more household burn injuries. Justice—Lesotho National Sentenced in SA: A Lesotho man received two life terms for a double farm murder in Komani, plus additional time for immigration offences. Crime—Online Job Scam Warning: Police warn of fake Facebook job offers that lured women to Lusikisiki, where they were raped and robbed.
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