AGP Executive Report
Last update: 34 minutes agoCentral Banking: Lesotho’s Central Bank raised the Central Bank Rate by 25 basis points to 6.75% as global tensions and higher fuel prices threaten inflation and strain external reserves. Agriculture & Jobs: Government marked International Day of Potato, saying the potato sector is aligned with national development plans and supported through value-chain work and partners. Women’s Football: Copper Queens coach Nora Häuptle recalled key players ahead of the Four Nations Tournament in Ndola, with preparations aimed at WAFCON 2026. Mining Shock: Kao Mine (Storm Mountain Diamonds) is shutting down, with operations ending 30 June and hundreds of workers facing unemployment. Public Finance Scrutiny: The Auditor General flagged major financial management weaknesses, including mismatches in consolidated cash statements and issues with records and asset registers. Elections & Civic Education: Lesotho’s IEC launched civic and voter education strategy and voter registration plans to boost trust and participation ahead of upcoming electoral processes. Waste Crisis: An Ombudsman report warns 80% of Lesotho’s waste is unmanaged, creating serious health and pollution risks. GBV Support: UNFPA says Lesotho’s GBV Centre is now operational, with victims receiving counselling and psychosocial support. Safety Alerts: Health workers warn winter heating methods are driving more burn injuries, urging immediate cooling with clean running water and faster hospital visits.
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