AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCost of Living: A family of six needed nearly K1.15 million for basic needs in September, up 3.18% in a month as fuel shortages drove transport costs higher. Lilongwe Unrest: Protests followed the death of a fuel vendor during a police chase, with police using teargas to disperse demonstrators. Poverty and Food: NSO figures show ultra-poverty rose to 24%, while experts warn delays distributing farm input coupons could leave farmers short of time to prepare for the planting season. Health: Lilongwe’s National Cancer Centre says it needs K400 million for essential facilities, including a high-dependency unit and shelter for patients’ guardians. Scorchers: Malawi climbed 49 places to 104th in FIFA’s women’s rankings, but coach Lovemore Fazili may be barred from the World Cup dugout because he lacks a required CAF A licence. Public Accountability: Watchdogs are demanding transparency over K587 billion in road contracts earmarked for a Chinese firm.
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