AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDiplomacy & Education: Lesotho has welcomed Chinese scholarships and training as a boost to skilled professionals and human capital, with students urged to return and apply their skills for national development. Regional Security: Lesotho says it has formally signalled interest to lead SADC’s Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, or take the incoming chair role, with a decision expected at an October 2026 extra-ordinary summit. Governance & Public Enterprises: Maseru hosted an Africa State-Owned Enterprises corporate governance summit focused on turning SOEs into globally competitive institutions, bringing together ministers and SOE leaders across the region. Trade Facilitation: Government launched the Lesotho National Single Window to streamline import and export licensing and permits online, cutting costs and reducing delays. Health: WHO says Africa is still making progress on major health targets despite sharp cuts to global funding, including advances on HIV and tuberculosis. Sports (Women’s Football): Silver Strikers Ladies must win their final COSAFA qualifier group match to reach the semi-finals. Economy Snapshot: Lesotho is ranked among the world’s poorest by GDP per capita at purchasing power parity, placing 17th in a Global Finance list. International Mobility: A UK Ancestry visa route is highlighted for Commonwealth citizens, including Lesotho nationals, based on UK-born grandparents.
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