MTN Bushfire Festival: Mosotho artist Selimo Thabane is set to represent Lesotho on the internationally acclaimed MTN Bushfire line-up, where “Bring Your Fire” blends music, theatre, film, workshops and artisan markets with a push for social and environmental responsibility. Fuel Fund clarification: As fuel costs bite and transport fares rise, Lesotho’s Petroleum Fund says it does not supply petrol—its job is to oversee pricing structures and monitor the petroleum supply chain. Maternal and child health push: Lesotho’s Ministry of Health launched a data-driven M2.3bn Investment Case aimed at “Three Zeros” by 2030, including ending preventable maternal deaths, unmet family planning needs, and gender-based violence/child marriage. HIV prevention expansion: The US and partners plan to expand access to lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable with 99.9% efficacy, targeting mother-to-child transmission prevention. Youth WASH demand: Youth delegates at a Tripoli workshop backed urgent clean-water infrastructure for African children, highlighting Lesotho’s water reserves versus weak access. Transport shock: A proposed 79% taxi fare hike in Maseru threatens a commuter backlash and renewed pressure on transport authorities. GBV survivor spotlight: A powerful account of one woman’s journey from love to torture underscores how Lesotho’s GBV crisis is sustained by fear, stigma and silence. Road Fund toll collection: From 1 July 2026, the Road Fund will take over toll gate fee collection and administration from RSL. Comrades Marathon results: The CMA confirmed prize payouts and final results from the 99th Comrades Marathon, with major winners taking home over R2m each. Fashion export push: Fifteen Basotho apparel firms will attend All Fashion Sourcing Cape Town 2026, supported through export-readiness programmes. Desert Bush Walk: Queen ‘Masenate will join the 10th Anniversary Desert Bush Walk in Botswana, with a cultural exchange and community development activities. World Cup fever: Mexico kick off the 2026 tournament against South Africa at the Azteca, setting the stage for a big opening night across Group A.