Xenophobia Fallout in Durban: About 4,000 Malawians have gathered at Sherwood Park in Durban after threats from anti-illegal immigration groups, with Home Affairs expected to double staff to speed up manual processing for voluntary repatriation; officials warn of health risks as families—many women and children—wait in harsh conditions. Road Safety Crackdown: In Limpopo, an overloaded bus on the N1 North near Botlokwa was intercepted carrying 104 passengers against a legal capacity of 60; 34 passports were found invalid and the excess passengers were transferred for onward travel. Food Security Watch: Maize prices in Malawi are easing as the main harvest progresses, with FEWS NET noting production may be average, but weather shocks still threaten yields in some zones and hunger risk remains. Cotton Farmers in Limbo: Admarc’s delayed entry into the 2026 marketing season is leaving thousands of cotton growers unable to sell, raising fears over competition and price stability. Digital Push: Malawi unveiled a $180m Huawei partnership to drive digital transformation, including a citizen portal and national broadband network. Human Rights Alarm on Albinism: HRW and the African Albinism Network report ongoing discrimination and barriers to work, education and services for people with albinism, despite fewer killings than before. Fuel Governance Row: NOCMA defended its fuel import role as critics question procurement practices and a leaked ESCOM “No Objection” letter, while legal experts urge caution until investigations conclude.