AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSexual Violence & Justice: A Bloemfontein Regional Court sentenced Lesotho citizen Baisil Steyn to 12 years for attempted rape and illegal stay in South Africa after he allegedly threatened a 16-year-old with a knife and forced entry to reach her. Human Rights & Police Conduct: In the treason trial, defence lawyers accused police of tampering with evidence at Police Headquarters, saying a bullet-damaged door was repaired while the case is ongoing; police deny the claims. Court Developments: LEFA Mabusane pleaded guilty to strangling a woman for nearly an hour but asked the Maseru court to acquit him; in the Khubetsoana drug laboratory case, warrants were issued for two Chinese accused who failed to appear. Elections & Voters’ Roll: The IEC ordered a three-tier audit of the voters’ roll, including data checks, server security, and system performance ahead of the 2028 National Assembly elections. Governance & Politics: The ABC announced a special conference on 30 October after leadership turmoil led to multiple senior officials quitting; separately, the Cybersecurity Bill 2026 is back under stakeholder scrutiny. Climate & Food Security: A study warns El Niño heat could kill about 42 Basotho between September and February, while officials say drought-tolerant seeds and fodder plans are being readied. International Ties & Development: China reaffirmed commitment to Lesotho relations; Vodacom Lesotho Foundation refurbished St Angela Home for children with disabilities; Lesotho also launched Phase One of a UN AI Blueprint and is set to host an MSME workshop on AfCFTA opportunities.
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