AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSRHR for girls in Maseru: Thamae LEC Primary School launched the Ithate Youth Club to help learners understand puberty, menstrual health, hygiene, self-esteem and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, with regular parent meetings to tackle misinformation and Gender-Based Violence. World Population Day in Lesotho: UNFPA says Lesotho will mark World Population Day at Qalakheng, Mohale’s Hoek, focusing on youth aspirations and maternal health, including a handover of specialized maternal equipment and essential medicines to Nts’ekhe Hospital. Road safety policy: Lesotho’s Ministry of Finance is inviting public input on a new Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Policy to create a modern, victim-centred compensation system and improve fair, timely payouts. TB fight under pressure: A new SADC TB progress report warns gains are plateauing as funding cuts and regional crises threaten 2030 elimination targets, with Lesotho reported as having the highest TB incidence in the region. Health-linked sport and youth: Vodacom Lesotho and Mountain Runners Athletics Club back a September race aimed at healthy living and youth opportunities, while cycling events also promote fitness for girls and young riders. Newborn health support via digital learning: MBRGI and The Digital School plan digital learning for 500,000+ people across Lesotho and five other countries, targeting schools, teachers and job-ready youth. Disease update: WOAH reports Newcastle disease remains spreading in Spain, while Lesotho has been declared free after resolving a single backyard case.
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