Regional Energy Security: Zimbabwe and Mozambique are expanding the Beira-Feruka fuel pipeline, with pumping capacity set to rise from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres per year by late 2027, creating a buffer to protect SADC from geopolitical fuel shocks. Child Protection & Trafficking: Malawi’s Social Development Minister Dina Pule received two South African girls (aged 9 and 15) repatriated after alleged trafficking and confinement in Malawi; the case involved Interpol and cross-border law enforcement, with the girls rescued in July and reunited with family. Parliament vs Executive: Speaker Sameer Suleman defended Parliament’s plan to launch 12 joint committees into public concerns, but the DPP warned him against blurring constitutional lines and creating “competing centres of authority,” escalating a ruling-party dispute. Justice & Accountability: Collins Magalasi remains in custody as courts weigh bail in the phone-hacking and related fraud allegations, with prosecutors citing flight risk and possible witness interference. Education Support: Mary’s Meals reports that school feeding helps children attend, focus and progress, with Malawi among countries expanding reach. Infrastructure Push: Government held a high-level meeting to fast-track Mombera University preparations, aiming to resolve technical and administrative issues before construction. Sports: Mighty Wanderers prepare for a CAF Champions League clash with Simba, while Sulom raised gate charges by 50% for the Bullets vs Silver Strikers match.