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Street 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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May 19, 2026

Sentebale names two new trustees as it starts 2030 strategy

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May 26, 2026

Home Affairs conducts nationwide public consultations on the Zimbabwean and Lesotho Exemption Permits

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May 22, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa: Botswana-South Africa Business Forum

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President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates co-launch of South Africa and Lesotho Senqu Bridge, 22 Apr

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Tortilla Market Size to Worth USD 80.03 Billion by 2035, Driven by Growing Demand for Convenient and Flavorful Meal Solutions

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Sentebale appoints new Trustees and begins work on 2027 to 2030 strategy in its 20th anniversary year

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Border Management Authority on law enforcement operations and festive oversight visits to Ficksburg, Maseru and Lebombo

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