AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEl Niño Health Warning: A new study says El Niño heat could kill about 42 Basotho from September to February, with Maseru projected to record the highest toll, while the disaster agency admits it lacks money to prepare. Drought & Food Security: The agriculture ministry says drought-tolerant seeds have been procured and farmers are urged to plant lucerne and collect water as hotter, drier conditions loom. Health System Oversight: Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee halted proceedings involving Queen ‘Mamohato Memorial Hospital after the Lesotho Medical Council and Nursing Council failed to submit reports on staff qualifications, while the committee also followed up on missing M4 million funds. Drug Case Update: The Khubetsoana suspected drug laboratory case was deferred to 19 October after two Chinese accused failed to appear in court. Child Nutrition Push: At a UN-linked summit, Kenya’s school meals target was highlighted—scaling from 2.6 million to 10 million learners by 2030—alongside calls for more investment in child survival and nutrition. Rural Access to Care: Likhutlong villagers still rely on cattle carts to reach Thusong for basic health services due to impassable roads and lack of piped water and electricity. Digital Health & AI: Lesotho announced it is the first country to implement the UN AI blueprint, aiming to turn digital investment into tangible benefits for people.
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