AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLEWA Rural Power Push: Lesotho Electricity and Water Authority (LEWA) granted One Power Lesotho seven licence exemptions for mini-grid projects covering 70 villages, aiming to speed rural electrification while keeping pricing, safety and standards regulated. Inclusive Growth Fund Slowdown: Government says only M19m of the M400m Inclusive Growth Fund loan facility has been disbursed, with limited awareness blamed for weak uptake; officials plan stronger communication as applications move through review stages. Dairy Crisis in Focus: Agriculture Minister Selibe Mochoboroane told the Senate the Lesotho National Dairy dispute and non-payment to farmers are being addressed after South African operator Denmar left the plant. Digital Connectivity Boost: Econet Telecom Lesotho was named Lesotho’s fastest mobile network by Ookla (Speedtest Verified, 1H 2026), as it continues 5G and 4G modernisation. MSME Trade Linkages: A Maseru workshop on AfCFTA opportunities ended with a B2B seminar connecting 40 MSMEs to potential buyers, targeting both market access and finance. Infrastructure for Industry: LHDA completed a R2.3bn, 166km access road network for Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, easing heavy transport to Polihali Dam and tunnel sites. Regional Context: South Africa’s Wedela tavern shooting killed 18, with reports linking violence to illegal mining gangs that also involve Basotho nationals.
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