AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMobile Connectivity Win: Econet Telecom Lesotho has been named Lesotho’s fastest mobile network by Ookla (Speedtest Verified) for 1H 2026, as it pushes 5G and strengthens 4G nationwide. Energy Access Push: LEWA granted licence exemptions to One Power Lesotho for seven rural mini-grid projects covering 70 villages, aiming to speed up regulated electricity rollout. MSME Finance Bottleneck: The M400 Inclusive Growth Fund loan facility is struggling with uptake—only M19m disbursed to 24 businesses—while government plans stronger awareness drives. Health Logistics Upgrade: PM Matekane says a medical drone delivery centre (Rapokolana) will store medicines and fly them to remote clinics, with first drones expected by June 2027. Climate Planning: Maseru officials urged all departments to prepare for El Niño via a shared District Action Plan to reduce drought, water shortages, poor harvests and food insecurity. Agriculture Under Pressure: Farmers and consumers face rising risk as fertiliser and diesel costs climb ahead of the planting season, with El Niño threatening yields. Dairy Crisis Watch: The Senate heard government is working to resolve non-payment to dairy farmers and a long-running ownership dispute at Lesotho National Dairy. Trade & Market Linkages: Lesotho hosted an AfCFTA-focused MSME B2B seminar linking 40 exhibitors with potential buyers, targeting better access to markets and finance. Regional Industry Context: China donated RMB 30m to strengthen Lesotho Defence Force readiness, supporting wider peacekeeping participation.
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