AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedia Freedom Under Pressure: Lesotho police say they can’t move forward on the abduction case of Newsday editor Kananelo Boloetse because he is “in hiding” and not reachable, while Boloetse says he fears for his life. Public Safety & Justice: Police also appealed for him to come forward, admitting they don’t know if he is still alive, as rights groups demand an independent probe. Infrastructure Milestone (LHWP II): Two newly completed bridges—Khubelu and Mabunyaneng—in Mokhotlong were opened as part of Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, restoring year-round access for communities affected by the Polihali Reservoir. Health Preparedness Boost: WHO and the Pandemic Fund handed over about M2.5m in medical and ICT equipment to strengthen Lesotho’s disease surveillance and outbreak response. Telecoms & Cost of Living: Starlink-linked competition is pushing down mobile data prices; the cheapest 30-day 1GB bundle fell to M32.75 in September 2026 from M42.00 in 2023. Food Security: Agriculture Minister Selibe Mochoboroane urged farmers to share practical knowledge and skills to raise production, saying training alone isn’t enough. Crime Crackdown: South Africa and Lesotho destroyed 1,787 illegal firearms seized in joint operations to curb cross-border violence and trafficking.
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