Lesotho's Foreign Affairs Minister Tlohang Sekhamane addressed the issue of periodic instability in the country, attributing it to poverty and unemployment, especially among the youth. Speaking at a Development for Peace Education (DPE) memorial dialogue, he emphasized the coalition government's commitment to tackling these issues as part of their broader objectives to restore peace, political stability, deepen democracy, and respect human rights. The government's plans include graduating from the Least Developed Country status, implementing security reforms, and increasing citizen participation in governance. These efforts align with the Vision 2020, National Strategic Development Plan, Africa Peer Review Mechanism, and the government’s Coalition Agreement programme.

Thomas Thabane, the exiled leader of the All Basotho Convention (ABC), has urged the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to assume command of Lesotho's army and police during a period of proposed radical political and security reforms. At a press conference in South Africa, Thabane emphasized the need for an inclusive reform process, referencing the 1998 Interim Political Authority as a model. He highlighted the necessity of ending the problematic relationship between the Lesotho Defence Force and the government to ensure credible reforms. Thabane also discussed the challenges faced by Lesotho's first coalition government and the need for constitutional and institutional reforms to address issues such as the misuse of the Proportional Representation electoral model and Senate seats. He called for international support from the African Union, United Nations, and Commonwealth, and stressed the importance of addressing the root causes of conflict to achieve lasting peace and stability in Lesotho.

The article investigates allegations of corruption and mismanagement in Lesotho's rural water supply project, implicating senior politicians and ministry officials. It highlights unauthorized financial commitments, nepotism, and tender irregularities involving the Ministry of Water Affairs and the Alliance of Democrats. Key figures include Khomoatsana Tau, accused of unauthorized commitments, and ‘Mampoi Makhetha, who claims victimization for resisting these allocations. The article calls for further investigations by the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Offences.

The Polihali Dam project in Lesotho, crucial for increasing water supply to Gauteng, faces potential delays due to a legal challenge by the Consortium of Lesotho Contractors. The consortium alleges that the tender process favors South African companies, violating a bilateral treaty between Lesotho and South Africa. They have petitioned the Lesotho High Court to halt the awarding of contracts and to reformulate procurement guidelines. The project, part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, has already experienced delays, pushing its completion from 2020 to 2025.

The Polihali Dam project in Lesotho faces potential delays due to a legal challenge by the Consortium of Lesotho Contractors, who claim the procurement process unfairly favors South African companies, violating a bilateral treaty. The consortium has petitioned the Lesotho High Court to halt the awarding of construction contracts and demands new procurement guidelines. The dispute involves significant stakeholders, including the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority and the Lesotho Highlands Water Commission, and could further delay the project's completion, initially set for 2020 but now extended to 2025.

The article discusses Lesotho's reliance on the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for economic support and its anticipation for the renewal of its eligibility by the United States. Esther Githui-Ewart from VOA hosts Billy Ntaote, a Mandela Washington Fellow and a journalist from Lesotho, to provide more insight into the matter. The discussion likely revolves around the implications of AGOA for Lesotho's economy and the country's future prospects in light of this trade legislation.