AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCabinet Shake-Up: Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane has dismissed two ministers in a major reshuffle, reassigning portfolios and leaving the rationale unclear, with government spokesperson Boitelo Rabale saying he “can’t even ask” why. Border Rules That Bite: SARS is set to end the SACU vehicle exemption, forcing Lesotho-registered drivers to file temporary import declarations into South Africa—an operational change that could disrupt daily commuting and work travel. Health Alert: The Ministry of Health reports clusters of influenza-like illness in seven districts, with rapid response teams deployed and lab tests underway. Public Finance Scrutiny: The Auditor-General’s latest report highlights weak spending and poor delivery under the CAFI project, with only 41% of budget executed by March 2024. Child Wellbeing Push: World Vision Lesotho launches a child wellbeing strategy in Berea, starting with community-led programmes to tackle violence and improve health outcomes. Regional Diplomacy: Botswana and Lesotho vow to deepen cooperation through a binational commission focused on water, energy, trade, agriculture, education and defence.
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