SADC Summit Focus: Lesotho’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah backed a regional push for industrialisation, infrastructure, agricultural transformation and critical minerals as SADC leaders adopted a “Resilient, Sustainable, and Inclusive Industrialisation” agenda in Durban, with Ramaphosa chairing and Zambia set to host the next summit. Youth & Business Skills: In Quthing, students took part in “Spelling a Business Africa” to spark entrepreneurship and reduce youth unemployment, with winners set to represent the district at national level. Child Nutrition Alarm: Lesotho flagged a “triple burden” of malnutrition—under-nutrition, overweight/obesity and micronutrient gaps—urging stronger school and multisector action to protect children. Diaspora as Partners: Lesotho is working to turn diaspora remittances into development investment via a National Diaspora Remittances Investment Framework, aiming for a transparent, digital channel for productive returns. Health Milestone in the Region: UNAIDS highlighted Lesotho among countries reaching HIV targets like 95-95-95, stressing community-government-health partnerships. Community Fundraising: Fundraising for Mrs. ‘Makarabo Letsoela was reactivated, with IBC College offering its hall for events to support treatment. Culture & Exchange: Lesotho’s Ireland embassy renewed ties with Action Ireland Trust through knowledge sharing, education partnerships and cultural exchange. Regional Migration Tensions: As South Africa hosts SADC talks, migration remains a flashpoint, with Lesotho urging thorough discussion of the issue across the bloc.