US Trade Shock: Trump’s tariff “wall” is being rebuilt after the Supreme Court struck down the original global tariffs, with new probes under Section 301 and forced-labour and excess-capacity claims shaping who gains or loses. Lesotho–World Bank Deal: Lesotho signed World Bank financing of over M841m for clean energy access, skills development and nutrition outcomes. Energy & Industry Push: LNDC invited investors into Lesotho’s poultry sector, citing a US$40m annual import bill, while also backing broader industrial plans under the “Letsema” strategy aimed at 50,000 new jobs and building local industrialists. Agriculture Infrastructure: Plans are underway to operationalise the Ha Foso grain storage facility, with farmers already delivering grain via the Disaster Management Authority. Governance & Accountability: Auditor-General findings highlight weak delivery on the CAFI project, with only 41% spending capacity reached by March 2024. Social Protection & Cost Pressures: The Petroleum Fund moved to clarify it does not supply petrol directly, as fuel hikes continue feeding into transport fares and basic goods prices. Regional Cooperation: Botswana and Lesotho pledged deeper cooperation through the new binational commission, prioritising water, energy, trade and investment. Public Services Under Strain: An Ombudsman report slams government inaction on prison and mental health recommendations, leaving conditions largely unchanged.