For Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project two contracts have been signed with the South African Department of Water and Sanitation; 5.000 jobs are expected to be created once work begins on the construction of the Polihali dam

First National Bank-Lesotho officially launched its credit card tracking programme to improve financial inclusion and facilitate payments

3-year Rapid Rural Transformation project will begin in Ha-Mohlakoana area; initiative of WFP and other partners, it aims to create a hub powered by solar energy, adequate water resources, and information and communication technologies in remote areas

Amnesty International called on authorities to investigate torture of inmates at Maseru Correctional Institution after Ombudsman highlighted patterns of human rights violations, including torture, excessive use of force and denial of medical care

The Lesotho Electricity and Water Authority said it approved an increase of 9,6286% for the "energy and maximum demand" tariff and 5% for the "basic tariff"