AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEl Niño Watch: CARE warns Malawi’s “super” El Niño could hit women hardest, turning it into a women’s health crisis as drought and extreme weather worsen household burdens. Health & Safety: Government assured Parliament it will protect doctors after the killing of Dr. Favour Atughanile Chomo, with police arrests and investigations ongoing. Education Costs: Public university tuition fees have doubled, with lawmakers questioning how students from low-income families will cope; the minister says loans will cover those who cannot afford fees. Local Government Funding: Councils say they have not received Treasury’s K7.8bn reformed CDF funds, even as officials cite releases for project preparation. Xenophobia Response: The SKC Foundation donated K10m in relief items for women and children returning from South Africa after xenophobic violence. Mining & Environment: Malawi moves to curb unethical practices at the mining regulator as ACB inducts MMRA’s integrity committee; meanwhile, mercury use in small-scale gold mining is under scrutiny. Sports: Ekhaya FC stunned Big Bullets to reach Airtel Top 8 semis on penalties; Scorchers’ WAFCON send-off dinner hit K1bn. Agriculture & Markets: Lilongwe’s Area 1 modern agriculture market is set to be built over 24 months to improve access and value addition.
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