Youth Bill Debate: Lesotho’s Social Cluster Committee chair Mokhothu Makhalanyane wants the proposed Youth Bill reframed to keep “development” at its core, with real youth representation built into boards, councils and committees—not just consultations. Tourism Reform Roadmap: Lesotho’s tourism and hospitality sector is moving from talk to a three-year reform plan, targeting market visibility, skills gaps and infrastructure, with clearer rules to protect local products and attract private investment. Women Weavers’ Market Struggles: In Maseru, Hatoa Mose Mosali says weaving still empowers women and preserves skills, but buyers and affordable marketing remain the biggest hurdles. Spelling for Regional Pride: Bacha Ba Dichaba Explorers is recruiting young spellers for the SADC Spelling Bee in South Africa (Sept 23–26), aiming to send a team of up to 22. HIV Progress Spotlight: A UNAIDS update highlights Lesotho among countries hitting the 95-95-95 targets, stressing community partnerships as the engine of sustained results. Music Royalties in Lesotho: A profile traces how Basotho artists like Mants’a learned about royalties, and why registering with LESCOSAA (2021) matters for fair pay. Choral Music Support Call: Young choral leaders urge more funding and infrastructure so choirs can turn talent into jobs and keep Lesotho’s culture visible abroad. Basotho Business Fundraiser: The We Care initiative is raising funds for ‘Nete Leotlela’s recovery, with a festival set for Aug 29 at Manthabiseng Convention Centre. Anglican Leadership Change: Bishop Grant Bradley Walters has taken over as Anglican bishop in Port Elizabeth, pledging church engagement on poverty, corruption and service delivery.