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Migrant labour shock: South Africa’s anti-foreigner crackdown has triggered an exodus of 178,000+ Africans, with Lesotho among those reporting returns—leaving farms and factories scrambling for workers and raising fears for children’s schooling and HIV treatment continuity. Textiles and jobs: In KwaZulu-Natal’s Newcastle, garment factories report sewing lines idle after losing 12%–19% of staff, warning production losses could force closures. Lesotho public procurement: The LPPA is sensitising suppliers and bidders on how to use complaints mechanisms under the 2023 Public Procurement Act, as part of procurement reform efforts. Water infrastructure: ORASECOM has opened the Lesotho–Botswana Water Transfer project management office in Maseru, aiming to strengthen planning for a major regional water scheme. Food security push: Prime Minister Matekane handed over 150+ tractors and farming machines to youth, women and associations, with financing support via Lesotho Post Bank. Agriculture prices: On Maseru shelves, onions are up while tomatoes and cabbage ease, reflecting South Africa market movements. Wildlife monitoring: Bearded vultures at Molumong have been fitted with satellite trackers ahead of Polihali Dam flooding to track habitat shifts. Governance and leadership: Opposition has petitioned SADC over alleged government defiance of court orders, while debate continues over whether LHWC advisor Masupha Sole should stay after his contract expiry. Energy context: South Africa’s electricity generation fell 8.1% in June, the 13th straight year-on-year decline—another pressure point for regional industry.

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