AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWinter Burn Safety: As Lesotho heads into cold weather, Maseru District Hospital staff warn of rising household fire burn cases from heaters, open flames and braziers used indoors—urging people to cool burns with clean running water, avoid toothpaste/oils/traditional herbs, and rush serious burns (face, hands, joints or deep) to clinics or hospitals. GBV Reporting for All Survivors: UNFPA and UN sexual and reproductive health partners ran a workshop for journalists on ethical, survivor-centred Gender Based Violence reporting, with officials also stressing that GBV against men remains underreported and needs attention. Gender Identity Policy Debate: A Senate proposal requiring medical doctors to validate LGBTQIA+ identities has sparked debate across Lesotho, raising concerns about who gets authority over identity and medical practice. Nutrition Push by Red Cross: Lesotho Red Cross Society launched a three-month nutrition messaging project in Mafeteng to strengthen infant feeding information through community nutrition clubs, reaching hard-to-reach areas. Health & Environment Watch: The Ombudsman raised alarms over poor solid waste management, including open burning and unsafe dumping sites near homes and schools, warning of public health risks. Mental Health Regional Link: Lesotho’s Minister Aaron Motsoaledi delivered a keynote at a regional mental health inter-country workshop, supporting best practice ahead of a global summit.
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