Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Compensation: The High Court of Lesotho, sitting as the Constitutional Court, has ruled that thousands of villagers and businesses seeking compensation over lost land and livelihoods must pursue their case through the High Court, not constitutional jurisdiction—an outcome that delays claims against the LHDA and contractors. LHWP Phase II Progress: Polihali Dam construction has reached 50% completion and remains on track for reservoir impoundment in 2027/2028, with major earthworks and concrete works advancing. Industrial Land & Tenants: The Lesotho National Development Corporation says tenants are misusing its properties and failing to pay rent on time, with arrears around M50 million, and plans to remove non-compliant tenants to make space for genuine investors. Clothing Industry Pressure (Regional): South Africa’s clothing sector is under strain after raids and xenophobic violence drove immigrant workers away, with factory owners warning the Cut, Make and Trim model could collapse if labour shortages persist. Illegal Mining Crackdown (Regional): Operation Prosper saw security forces arrest 217 people at a Gauteng gold mine shaft, including more than 100 undocumented migrants from Lesotho, alongside weapons and contraband seizures. Financial Literacy (Local): NUL and the Central Bank of Lesotho launched a structured financial literacy programme to reduce consumer complaints linked to misunderstanding contract terms.