Doctor’s killing and safety assurances: Malawi’s government condemned the killing of female doctor Dr. Favour Atughanile Chomo and praised police for arresting a suspect, while Defence Minister Feston Kaupa told Parliament that doctors may need “additional protection” as investigations guide the level of security. Public health and environment: A spotlight is on unregulated mercury use in artisanal gold mining, with miners handling chemicals without protective gear and calls for safer practices. Agriculture and markets: Government broke ground on a modern agriculture market in Lilongwe’s Area 1, funded by IFAD at about MK8 billion and expected in 24 months, aiming to boost value addition for farmers. Local conservation with income: Castel Malawi donated K10 million in beekeeping equipment to Lunyangwa catchment communities to replace deforestation with honey production. Economy and revenue: Malawi’s Tobacco Commission says earnings topped US$184 million in 11 weeks as auction uptake improved. Governance and accountability: The AG referred disputed Marep Phase 9 contracts to the Anti-Corruption Bureau for recovery of over K1.4 billion, while questions continue over ESCOM meter procurement transparency. Sports (Lilongwe and beyond): Ekhaya FC shocked defending champions Nyasa Big Bullets to reach Airtel Top 8 semis; in football administration, FAM president Fleetwood Haiya got a boost as William Mpinganjira said he will not contest the FAM presidency. Regional tensions: Reports from South Africa describe door-to-door xenophobic raids and forced removals, with Mozambique saying two citizens were killed.