AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoIMF Talks: The IMF says Malawi has made progress on reforms that could support a new lending programme, but no deal is final. Economist Paul Gadama says recovery also needs coordinated fiscal, monetary, trade and regulatory reforms. AFCON Qualifiers: Malawi lost 3-1 to Angola, leaving the Flames third in Group B with three points. Coach Kalisto Pasuwa says the campaign is not over; Malawi face Egypt twice in November. Fuel Crisis: Shortages continue to drive up transport costs, with bus fares doubling in some areas. Police in Zambia arrested Malawians accused of buying fuel to resell across the border. Presidential Travel: President Peter Mutharika has made his fifth private trip to South Africa since returning to office, renewing questions about the purpose of the visits. Kuti Reserve: Seven people have been arrested over an arson attack on five tourism buildings and theft at the Salima reserve. Local Government: Mzuzu City Council workers have gone on strike, demanding a 25% salary increase after three years without a raise.
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