Winter health watch: South Africa confirmed its first winter COVID-19 case, while Lesotho’s Ministry of Health is investigating influenza-like illness reports in seven districts, urging hygiene and care for vulnerable groups. Community nutrition push: Lesotho Red Cross and UNICEF partners met district nutrition teams to strengthen risk communication under the Ntlafatsa Bana Project. Water access crisis: Matukeng residents near Maseru say they still carry water from distant streams despite Lesotho exporting water to South Africa, warning shortages raise disease risk. GBV coordination: Lesotho is calling to revive the Anti-GBV Coordination Forum and improve collaboration across ministries, health services, police, faith groups and communities. Military fitness concerns: Lesotho’s Military Training Institute says recruits are struggling physically, linking it to drug use and poor nutrition, and urging healthier youth lifestyles. Regional safety in healthcare: Health regulators from several African countries, including Lesotho, met in Nairobi to strengthen nuclear and radiation safety systems for medical use. Disaster readiness: Lesotho’s meteorology and Disaster Management Authority warn of snowfall and severe cold in the highlands, advising people to avoid risky travel and protect livestock. Humanitarian rescue: “Mr Lifesaver” rescued stranded patients after an ambulance got stuck in snow at Moteng Pass. Xenophobia spillover: Reports of renewed anti-migrant unrest in South Africa prompted neighbouring countries, including Lesotho, to urge citizens to exercise caution.