AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHome Affairs Ethics Push: Lesotho’s Parliament committee has moved to adopt a Code of Conduct and Ethics for MPs, calling for enforceable rules on conflicts of interest, disclosure, and real consequences for breaches—aimed at restoring public trust. Mining Jobs at Risk: Energy and Mining Minister Lejone Mpotjoane says mine closures are tied to a declining global diamond market, with government now looking at alternatives like crushed stone and plans to amend laws so Basotho benefit more. Transport Blocks Healthcare: In Ha Ramakhetheng, residents still face hours-long walks to reach clinics and hospitals because of poor access roads and lack of taxis, leaving the elderly and sick most trapped. Education Under Pressure: Across Africa, the latest reporting flags that over 100 million children remain out of school, while in Lesotho Motimposo’s MP-backed porridge initiative is stepping in where hunger is hitting learners hard. Regional Watch: Zambia is pushing back on US-linked health aid demands tied to critical minerals, underscoring how aid is increasingly becoming “transactional.”
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