Human Rights Watchdog Push: Civil society says Malawi’s Human Rights Commission Bill could be strengthened before passage, backing powers like subpoena authority and unannounced detention inspections, but warning independence and accountability still need work. Roads and Daily Survival: Chiefs and residents in Machinga complain about long delays on the Lirangwe–Zomba–Chingale Road, saying bad access is disrupting health care, forcing pregnant women to deliver on the way, and breaking schooling during rains. Mobile Money Scams: MACRA warns that up to 90% of reported mobile money scams are linked to prisons, with fraudsters using SIM swaps, impersonation and WhatsApp takeovers—raising questions about phone access inside facilities. Court and Accountability: Lilongwe’s court grants bail to former MERA boss Collins Magalasi in cases including alleged phone hacking and the Amaryllis Hotel matter, with conditions including cash bond and sureties. Health Protection: Government announces a nationwide measles-rubella vaccination drive from 21–25 September for children aged 9 months to 9 years, plus Vitamin A support. Education Costs: The Ministry of Education rejects calls to reverse public universities’ 100% tuition hike, saying fees will remain while needy students can access loans. Forex Pressure: Traders and travellers say forex shortages persist as banks are accused of refusing to exchange kwacha for dollars, despite improved reserve figures. Lilongwe Crime: Police arrest a robbery suspect in Mbavi-Four Ways near Airwing and recover a pump gun, ammunition and stolen items worth over K6.7 million.