AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGlobal South Representation: Lesotho scholars say China’s Global Governance Initiative could help fix the underrepresentation of the Global South, with NUL academics backing the idea of reforming the international system from within. Press Freedom Under Threat: Amnesty International urges Lesotho authorities to urgently investigate the reported abduction, assault and death threats against journalist and human rights defender Kananelo Boloetse, calling for a prompt, independent probe and protection for media workers. AFCON Qualifiers Injury Woes: Morocco’s Atlas Lions face fresh setbacks ahead of qualifiers, with goalkeeper Yassine Bounou injured and striker Ayoub El Kaabi ruled out for months; meanwhile Sofyan Amrabat says he will not play for Morocco while coach Mohamed Ouahbi remains in charge. Trade Boost for Basotho Exporters: Lesotho secures continued duty-free access to the US under an AGOA extension signed into law until December 2028, benefiting textiles, apparel and fisheries. Justice System Spotlight: Zimbabwe appoints Justice Charles Hungwe as Court of Appeal president and elevates three High Court judges, with Hungwe recently serving in Lesotho on SADC secondment. Safety and Preparedness: Lesotho’s Disaster Management Authority will host a National Climate Outlook Forum to share seasonal forecasts and push preparedness across sectors. Police-Linked Financial Support: Liberty Life Lesotho launches a partnership with LEPOSA to strengthen officers’ financial resilience through group cover and financial literacy programmes.
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