AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWinter Health Alert: Lesotho Meteorological Services and the Disaster Management Authority warn of snowfall in the highlands from Wednesday night, followed by severe cold Thursday to Friday, urging people to avoid unnecessary travel (especially early mornings and nights), watch for icy roads, and protect livestock against foot-and-mouth disease. Nutrition Support: The Lesotho Red Cross Society, with UNICEF, is strengthening nutrition messaging through Risk Communication and Community Engagement under the Ntlafatsa Bana Project, working with district nutrition teams in Leribe and other districts to close gaps where community impact is not yet visible. Gender-Based Violence Prevention: LMPS held a men’s gathering in Teyateyaneng urging men to take a stand against violence against women and children, with police citing high rape case numbers and stressing consent and reporting. Public Health & Safety: An Ombudsman report says 80% of Lesotho’s waste is unmanaged, creating health risks including needle injuries for health workers and waste pickers due to poor healthcare waste handling and limited protective gear. Mental Health Signal: WHO data highlights Lesotho’s high suicide rate (36.7 per 100,000), underscoring the need for stronger mental health support.
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