AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLesotho Energy Push: Lesotho vows universal electricity access by 2030 as Mafeteng’s China-backed Ha-Ramarothole Solar Project moves into phase II, with the 50MW expansion lifting capacity to 80MW and easing costly electricity imports. Solar Expansion: The Ha-Ramarothole phase II groundbreaking in Mafeteng underscores the drive to cut reliance on imports and support rural electrification. Border Corruption Crackdown: South Africa’s Home Affairs says a Border Management Authority official was arrested for allegedly taking a R600 bribe to unlawfully endorse a Lesotho passport at Maseru Port of Entry, with the case set for court. Motor Accident Fund Policy: Lesotho’s Finance ministry is collecting public input on a new Motor Vehicle Accident Fund policy (2026–2031), including calls to ensure even foreign nationals can access compensation. SRHR and Youth: World Population Day in Mohale’s Hoek saw calls for parents to discuss SRHS with adolescent girls, alongside concerns about youth unemployment and early pregnancies. Regional Context (SA Migration): South Africa’s anti-migrant crackdown has processed over 53,000 foreign nationals, though government says it may scale back costly operations as protests and deportations continue.
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