Electricity Court Challenge: Lesotho’s High Court is set to rule on whether electricity users were wrongly charged illegal fees after LEWA’s 2024 tariff increase, with SECTION 2 arguing the hike was unlawful and based on outdated financials, and seeking review and possible reimbursement. Mental Health Focus: Mohlomi Hospital specialist Dr Thabo Mokhothu says Lesotho’s mental health crisis is being driven by unemployment, debt, substance abuse, family breakdowns and weak social support, urging more national attention and help-seeking. Palliative Care Donation: Standard Lesotho Bank will hand over a vehicle and donated items to Starlight Oasis of Hope Hospice in Maqhaka to support its planned home-visit programme. Trade & Regional Integration: South Africa’s CTICC2 will host key SACU meetings from 18–26 June, bringing together Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini and others to discuss customs and ways to strengthen regional trade. Anti-Corruption & Compliance: South Africa proposes steep fines for employers of undocumented workers, while Lesotho-linked regional enforcement also saw arrests over an alleged E100 bribe at Ngwenya Border Post. Business & Markets: Nedbank Lesotho held its annual market day at Maseru Mall, showcasing vehicle and home finance, solar finance and digital solutions for customers. Global Policy Watch: The IMF chief welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire but warned energy disruptions will take time to unwind, with a July 8 World Economic Outlook update coming. UN Africa Appointment: UN Secretary-General António Guterres appointed Nigerian development expert Ahunna Eziakonwa as Special Adviser on Africa.