AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoStreet Economy Under Pressure: Maseru street vendors say surprise tax demands could force mass closures as daily takings barely cover basic costs. Market Access Planning: Lesotho’s Vulnerability Assessment team will run market research around May 30 to map prices, competition, security, and infrastructure affecting household commodity access. Public Health & Environment: The Ombudsman warns solid waste management is failing across Lesotho, with unsafe dumping and open burning near homes and schools, including concerns over the Ts’osane dump site. Digital Government Delivery: MICSTI says e-services implementation will continue despite delays, with validation exercises and rollout plans across key ministries. Elections & Information Integrity: South Africa’s IEC is set to release a draft code of conduct to curb misinformation during the campaign season. Regional Business & Policy: Lesotho’s foreign affairs minister urges stronger SADC economic independence as global shocks hit small, landlocked economies hardest. Energy Costs Outlook: BMI links higher oil prices to inflation pressure in emerging markets, raising risks for growth and fiscal stability. Transport & Consumer Demand: Zeda reports improved first-half earnings on stronger leasing and car sales, while rental faces pricing pressure. Water Safety Alarm: A Nazareth community says its well water has turned salty, fearing contamination and calling for urgent safe water infrastructure.
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