AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWAFCON 2026: Malawi’s Scorchers have named Sudesh Singh as technical adviser ahead of their maiden Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco, with the team drawn in Group C against holders Nigeria, Zambia and Egypt. Xenophobia & repatriation: As anti-migrant violence and protests continue to ripple through South Africa, Nigeria says two of its nationals were killed on June 28, while Malawi’s returnees keep arriving via Musina/Beitbridge; more than 22,000 Malawians have reportedly gone home, with humanitarian groups and private donors stepping in. Cost of living & telecoms: Malawi’s consumer watchdog CAMA has demanded MACRA reverse Airtel and TNM internet data tariff hikes, saying the increases breach the Communications Act and come while service quality remains poor. Education pressure: Malawi’s public universities have approved a 100% tuition jump, with officials insisting no deserving student will be left behind, but critics warn students may still be priced out without stronger loan support. Local environment: Lilongwe residents along the Nathenje River say illegal mining is damaging the river and livelihoods, raising fears of flooding. Culture: Mulhako Wa Alhomwe Heritage Trust launched a new digital website and raised funds in Lilongwe to preserve Alhomwe heritage.
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