Waste & Health: Lesotho’s Ombudsman warns that 80% of the country’s waste is unmanaged, with garbage dumped or openly burned—raising soil, water and air pollution risks and putting healthcare waste handlers at danger from needles and sharps, often without protective gear. Public Finance Watch: The Auditor General flags recurring weaknesses in Lesotho’s financial management, including mismatched cash receipts and payments, missing records on assets and loan guarantees, and IFMIS transactions not properly recorded—concerns that can affect service delivery. Winter Burn Safety: Maseru District Hospital urges residents to prevent fire and heater-related burns in winter, stressing immediate cooling with clean running water and fast referral to clinics or hospitals for serious burns. Gender & Media: UNFPA and partners trained journalists to report gender-based violence responsibly, including the need to reduce stigma and encourage survivors to seek help; officials also note GBV against men is underreported. Nutrition Push: Lesotho Red Cross launches a nutrition messaging project to strengthen infant feeding support in hard-to-reach areas through nutrition clubs and risk communication. Justice Access: Qacha’s Nek opens decentralised legal aid offices to improve access to justice for vulnerable communities. Mental Health Regional Link: Lesotho’s Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi delivered a keynote at a WHO mental health workshop, supporting regional mental health planning. Agriculture Spotlight: Government marks International Day of Potato, linking potato sector development to national growth, jobs and food security goals. Trade Relief: China lifts temporary wool import restrictions on Lesotho, easing pressure on farmers after foot-and-mouth-related disruptions.