AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDisability Rights in Focus: Lesotho’s disability advocates say slow law implementation, weak coordination, scarce resources and poor disability data are still blocking full rights for persons with disabilities, urging better rollout of CRPD commitments and support for the Optional Protocol. Water Safety Worries: Tlhaha-Lia-Tloka residents in Nazareth were told their well water is safe even though it sits beneath a cemetery, but they remain anxious and want a more secure supply as routine testing is promised. Education Links: The University of the Free State says Lesotho remains its biggest source of international students, outlining how Basotho learners can meet South African entry requirements and access funding. Jobs Under Pressure: Lesotho faces an urgent job crisis as returning nationals from South Africa strain the labour market, with calls for investment and reforms to cut dependence on migration. Regional Mobility Updates: New visa-free lists keep highlighting Lesotho’s access to travel in the region and beyond, including Botswana and Israel’s limited African exemptions, while South Africa’s rules continue to shape Basotho cross-border life. SADC Spending Training: Over 140 SADC officials meet in Johannesburg to learn smarter public spending with limited resources, using practical cost-benefit tools for health, education and infrastructure. Sports & Culture: Lesotho-linked youth music events are set to bring thousands of young musicians to Johannesburg for marimba and steelpan performances.
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