AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWater Project Oversight: Residents near the Polihali tunnel works report foamy water in the Sekoai River, while wastewater was observed flowing from a site outlet. The concerns revive scrutiny of the contractor previously suspended over discharges. Farm Resilience: Flooding ruined crops and savings for smallholders, renewing calls to consider agricultural insurance as weather risks grow. Contractor Payments: Prime Minister Sam Matekane urged ministries to pay contractors promptly, warning delays damage businesses and infrastructure delivery. Agribusiness: Dr Mampiti Matete has grown a pandemic-era cabbage venture into a diversified farm with 21,000 laying hens and about 50 workers. Infrastructure: LHDA plans 100km of feeder roads and eight bridges under Phase II, with contracts designed to involve local firms. Manufacturing: A seven-year textiles roadmap aims to shift Lesotho towards higher-value garments and greater use of local wool and mohair. Business Connectivity: Vodacom Lesotho launched Starlink-powered enterprise internet for organisations, including those in agriculture and logistics. Industrial Power: The planned Ha Belo electrification project will connect an industrial estate with 16 factory shells to the national grid.
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