AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIndependence Celebrations: Lesotho’s Ministry of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture will host a national prayer this Wednesday to mark the 60th Independence anniversary, starting with a walk from the New Parliament to the Old Parliament at 8am under the theme “National Colours,” aiming to promote peace, unity and pride. Tourism Governance: Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation board sources say pressure was exerted over the choice of the next LTDC CEO, with claims that two people close to the Prime Minister pushed for Lindiwe Phinda despite the board’s recommendation. Tourism & Travel Events: The Lekhalong-La-Baroa Annual Run is set for Saturday in the outskirts of Maseru, with Vodacom Lesotho Financial Services backing the fifth edition and expected participation rising to about 400; the 21km flagship route ends at the scenic Bushmen’s Pass. Sports Tourism: CAF Under-20 Cosafa qualifiers shift from Mauritius to Mozambique, keeping the dates (Sept 18–27) and affecting travel plans for regional teams, including Lesotho. Regional Tourism Demand: South Africa’s tourism momentum remains strong, with 5.6 million overnight tourists in the first half of 2026 and Lesotho among key SADC contributors. Weather for Travellers: Severe storm alerts in South Africa include Orange Level 6 for parts of the North West, Free State and Northern Cape, with Yellow warnings along the Lesotho border—expect heavy rain, hail, strong winds and possible travel disruptions.
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