AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHigh Court Bail Ruling: Lesotho’s High Court refused bail to Foliki Makhutle, accused of murdering LeNMO secretary-general Morephe Santi, citing risks of witness interference and prejudice to the Crown’s case. Justice System Reform: Government, with EU support, launched a fresh justice overhaul through a Justice Sector Coordination Forum to improve coordination across police, prosecution, courts, corrections and legal aid. Labour Unrest at Precious Garments: Trade and Industry Minister Motlatsi Maqelepo ordered the LNDC to investigate workers’ protests over reduced working hours, delayed pay and short-time arrangements. Digital Airtime Push: Vodacom Lesotho launched Dynamic Airtime, letting customers buy airtime electronically from as low as M1.50 without physical vouchers. Cannabis Seizure Reversed: LMPS returned a 500kg medicinal cannabis consignment worth over M1.2 million after a High Court order found the seizure and detention unlawful. Regional Courts Appointments: Two Lesotho judges were appointed as acting judges of Namibia’s Supreme Court, starting September. Independence Drive 1,000: Sechaba Milling and ZMG Isuzu launched a 1,000km expedition across all 10 districts ahead of Lesotho’s 60th independence celebrations. Tourism Context: South Africa’s tourism recovery remains strong, with 5.6 million international arrivals in six months, including major contributions from Lesotho.
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