AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCourtroom Drama: Activist Sylvester Namiwa has been granted bail by the High Court in Lilongwe, with a MK5m cash bond, sureties of MK10m each, fortnightly police reporting, and strict limits on commenting about the case. Global Fund Row: Six CCM members have formally objected to how Malawi’s next Global Fund grant agencies were selected, arguing decisions can’t be reopened by contacting absent members. Power Crisis: Escom warns blackouts will continue after a fresh 42MW shortfall, widening to 83MW at peak hours, as Nkula units remain under repair. EU Support: The EU has pledged €143m (plus €13m budget support) for agriculture, energy, education, skills and social protection, stressing accountability. Digital Divide: A GSMA report says 80% of Malawians remain offline despite 87% 4G coverage, and closing the gap could unlock up to MWK 1.1 trillion. Agriculture & Jobs: Malawi’s flagship greenhouse farm is hailed for year-round exports and jobs, while government moves to formalise gold markets after losses of up to $700m to smuggling. Lilongwe Lifestyle: Lilongwe will host its first-ever Seafood Festival on 26 September in Area 32. Sports Spotlight: CAF’s Women’s AFCON Best XI includes Malawi’s Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, but no Super Falcons players.
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