AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCorrosion Protection for Industry: Corrocoat South Africa says its Nanoflake glassflake reinforced coating is being used on Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel refurbishment work, including steel linings for the transfer and delivery tunnels, Muela hydropower station and bypass tunnel—aimed at extending corrosion protection for decades. Healthcare Safety & Regulation: Regional health officials met in Nairobi to strengthen public health systems and the safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, with Lesotho among participating countries. Lesotho Dairy Push: Government and dairy stakeholders in Maseru called for tighter collaboration to revive Lesotho’s dairy sector, citing low milk output, underused infrastructure and reliance on imports, and urged a practical growth roadmap. Water Project Fallout: Villagers in northeastern Lesotho have lodged a formal complaint against the AfDB over alleged damage linked to the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, including harm to homes, water sources and farmland, plus concerns over compensation and consultation. Digital Skills for Entrepreneurs: Sebabatso alumni in Maseru started a three-day e-commerce and AI-powered marketing training to help local producers—especially textile makers—reach wider markets. Regional Fisheries Governance: SADC renewed the board of the Regional Fisheries Monitoring Control and Surveillance Coordination Centre in Maputo, keeping Stanley Ndara as chair and prioritising vessel registers and capacity building. Infrastructure Execution Watch: A Lesotho minister visited the long-troubled Semphetenyane road and promised follow-up action, after residents and officials cited delays tied to budget constraints and water-pipe issues.
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