AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPress Freedom Under Pressure: Amnesty International and media groups renewed calls for an urgent, independent probe into the reported abduction and assault of Maseru journalist Kananelo Boloetse, warning that threats and intimidation aimed at silencing human rights work can’t be allowed to go unpunished. Youth Mental Health: Lesotho’s health ministry says about 1 in 4 learners aged 13–17 seriously considered suicide, with many reporting they have nobody to talk to—pushing the country to “start the conversation” on adolescent wellbeing. Inclusive Education Push: Special education teachers urged a shift from hiding children with disabilities to real inclusion in schools, communities, and churches, as training workshops roll out guidance to standardize support across districts. Sports & Community Life: Lesotho Aquatics is set to get its first swimming pool at Ratjomose Barracks in Maseru through World Aquatics’ Pools for All, while LNOC leadership sought to calm fears after two senior resignations. Culture & Lifestyle: LesRock plans entertainment-linked activities around the Roof of Africa, including community food and clothing support and a meet-and-greet for Basotho riders. Education Tech Momentum: Injini’s $125,000 AI venture builder targets early-stage education teams across Southern Africa, including Lesotho, with a focus on classroom support and inclusion.
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