AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoElectricity Tariff Court Case: Lesotho’s High Court is set to rule on whether electricity users were charged illegal fees after a 2024 tariff increase by LEWA/LEC, with applicants arguing the hike was unlawful and based on outdated financials, and seeking review and possible public reimbursement. Anti-Corruption Declarations: The DCEO has published names of public officials and parastatal heads who complied with 2025/26 asset, interest and liability declarations, including Prime Minister Sam Matekane and multiple cabinet and senior government officials. Banking & Consumer Finance: Nedbank Lesotho hosted its annual market day at Maseru Mall, showcasing vehicle and home financing, solar finance, digital solutions, PocketPOS and eCommerce services. Regional Trade Talks: South Africa will host key SACU meetings at CTICC2 from 18–26 June, with Lesotho among expected participants to discuss customs and ways to strengthen intra-regional trade. Infrastructure & Connectivity: Government launched a M1.4bn road upgrade in Lebakeng, including bridge works, aimed at ending decades of isolation and improving access to services and economic opportunities. UN Africa Appointment: UN Secretary-General António Guterres appointed Nigerian development expert Ahunna Eziakonwa as Special Adviser on Africa, with experience that includes UN work in Lesotho. Cross-Border Corruption Crackdown: A Lesotho immigration officer and two South African counterparts were arrested at Ngwenya Border Post for allegedly taking an E100 bribe to unlawfully stamp Zimbabwean passports. Local Business & Exports: Fifteen Basotho apparel firms will represent Lesotho at All Fashion Sourcing Cape Town 2026, supported through export-readiness and value-chain programmes.
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