AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSADC Summit Watch: South Africa will host the 46th SADC Heads of State summit in Durban on 17 August, with a theme focused on resilient, sustainable and inclusive industrialisation—an agenda that matters for regional health through jobs, infrastructure and food systems. Health & Care Fundraising: In Maseru, the Basotho Business Community (We Care) is organising a 29 August fundraising festival to support ‘Nete Leotlela’s reconstructive surgeries and recovery after a dog attack, with organisers aiming to raise M1 million and stressing proper after-care. Livestock Support & Farmer Health: Quthing beneficiaries of the WaMCoOP wool and mohair programme are asking for training on caring for newly distributed hybrid rams and bucks, citing diarrhoea linked to feeding and mite problems when hybrids mix with local animals. Youth, Agriculture & Nutrition Security: Lesotho’s Agriculture Minister urged young people to embrace agriculture for economic independence, highlighting tractor support and training as part of food security efforts. Climate Risk Ahead of El Niño: FAO warned farmers to act now—adjust planting times, improve water management and adopt climate-smart practices—because El Niño is expected to bring major rainfall reductions. Trade With Health Implications: India and SACU signed terms of reference to start talks on a preferential trade agreement, with India pointing to potential supply of affordable medicines alongside other sectors.
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