UNDP Appointment: Princess Senate Mohato Seeiso has been named UNDP Lesotho National Goodwill Ambassador for Equality and Sustainable Development, pledging to work with government ministries, civil society and community leaders, especially to back opportunities for young people and girls. Justice & Courts: Basotho National Party leader Machesetsa Mofomobe asked the Maseru Magistrate’s Court to drop him from the M5bn Khubetsoana drug case, arguing his joinder was unlawful while a co-accused bid to quash charges is still pending. PM Clarification: Prime Minister Sam Matekane denied links to South African crime boss “Cat” Matlala, saying he never met or authorised him, though a former private security aide reportedly dealt with Matlala about VIP protection. Security & Crime: A Lesotho-linked suspect was among five foreign nationals arrested in Gauteng after police uncovered a hydroponic dagga lab worth over R1m, with firearms seized; separately, a Maseru Port of Entry warrant officer was arrested in South Africa over an alleged R10,000 bribe/extortion demand. Health Claims: Tshiamiso Trust says it has paid R2.53bn to 26,300 mineworkers and dependents under the silicosis and TB settlement, with lodgements up 64% year-on-year as it nears the final years of its mandate. Youth Sports: Lesotho will host the 2028 National Youth Games after Eswatini’s recent edition, with the event aimed at feeding athletes into the Region V Youth Games. Media Watch: Lesotho’s Information Minister Nthati Moorosi warned that broadcasters are losing credibility by copying social media without verification, urging accuracy and deeper reporting.