AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoRoad Safety Update: Malawi Police Service says road traffic deaths fell 13% in the first half of 2026, with fatal crashes down from 411 to 351 and speeding still a leading cause. Digital Rights & Revenue: Government has launched a multi-stakeholder push against digital piracy, warning illegal streaming is cutting pay for creators and tax revenue. Local Governance & Funding: Parliament says it still needs an extra K400 million to fully fund the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Lilongwe next month. Energy & Regional Power: SADC is calling for more investment in energy infrastructure, pointing to only about 50% electrification across the region and highlighting interconnector projects including Malawi–Mozambique. Agriculture & Food Security: FAO-backed seed fairs are helping farmers revive “forgotten” crops like sorghum and cowpeas, pitching them as climate-resilient options. Sports (WAFCON Build-up): CAF has doubled WAFCON winners’ prize to $2m as Malawi’s teams and rivals fine-tune squads ahead of Morocco 2026. Contract Scrutiny: The Attorney General says it has started reviewing over 1,000 government contracts before releasing billions of kwacha suspended over suspected irregularities.
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