Xenophobia & Regional Solidarity: A fresh opinion piece compares rising xenophobic violence in South Africa to a breadfruit tree that “wounds” the continent that once supported it, revisiting how African nations backed liberation movements and warning against turning on fellow Africans. Violence & Emergency Care: Kanana police are investigating a tavern shooting that left a 15-year-old girl dead, three Lesotho men dead, and two Lesotho women injured and admitted to hospital. Health Systems & International Links: Lesotho’s embassy in Ethiopia congratulated Ethiopia on launching the Lafto International Standard Hospital, calling it a milestone for access to quality care. Waste & Public Health: The Ombudsman warns Lesotho’s waste crisis is driving health risks, including healthcare waste and needle injuries, with 80% of garbage uncollected and much ending in illegal dumps and open burning. Winter Burn Prevention: Maseru District Hospital staff urge families to prevent heating-related burns, stressing immediate cooling with clean running water and fast referral to clinics or hospitals. GBV Reporting & Media Role: UNFPA and UNFPA/UN Sexual and Reproductive Health Agency workshops in Lesotho train journalists to report GBV responsibly, including the need to support survivors and reduce stigma. Nutrition Support: Lesotho Red Cross launches a nutrition messaging project to strengthen infant feeding guidance in hard-to-reach communities. Mental Health: WHO-backed regional mental health learning for East and Southern Africa includes Lesotho, aiming to share best practice ahead of a global summit.