AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDigital Access for Health: Vodacom Lesotho and Starlink launched a satellite broadband solution to improve connectivity in remote, mountainous areas—highlighting that reliable internet helps health facilities reach expertise and supports digitised services. Climate & Health Preparedness: The Disaster Management Authority convened a National Stakeholder Forum on Anticipated El Niño, urging early action to protect food security, livelihoods, livestock, water, sanitation and health as Lesotho faces multiple shocks. Child Nutrition Alarm: Lesotho’s Food and Nutrition Coordinator warned of a “triple burden” of malnutrition—under-nutrition, childhood overweight/obesity and micronutrient deficiencies—calling for stronger school and multisector responses. HIV Prevention Focus: A UNAIDS-backed “Triple Threat” push in Mokhotlong spotlights how adolescent girls and young women face HIV risk alongside sexual violence and pregnancy, with calls for better prevention knowledge and support. Water Security Investment: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development highlighted Lesotho’s Metolong Dam as a health-linked water security project, aiming to supply clean drinking water to hundreds of thousands of households. Justice in Focus: The High Court reported continued proceedings in the Mahao murder case, with cross-examination underway—an issue that can affect community trust in institutions.
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