Cheque Crackdown: The Reserve Bank of Malawi confirms cheques will be scrapped for good on 11 March 2027, with banks allowed to clear eligible cheques issued on or before 29 September 2026—pushing businesses and citizens toward mobile money, cards, EFTs and internet banking. Access to Information Push: ICT Minister Shadric Namalomba tells government institutions to fully comply with the ATI Act by improving record systems, updating information manuals, proactively disclosing information and responding faster to requests. Tourism Pressure: Tourism stakeholders warn investors are waiting for “right signs” as electricity shortages, forex constraints, fuel and water issues, and weak infrastructure continue to hold back the sector. Chikangawa Crash Probe: Police IG Richard Luhanga tells Parliament the search-and-rescue was paused due to equipment gaps, poor roads, bad weather, coordination problems and misinformation—while separate reporting highlights troubling questions about what happened to victims’ phones. Governance & Oversight: Malawi Electoral Commission wins an Outstanding Institution Award from the Political Science Association of Malawi for its role in electoral governance and democratisation. Sports—Queens Focus: Malawi Queens captain Takondwa Lwazi urges immediate preparations for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney after qualifying on bronze at the Africa Netball Cup. Finance Update: Continental Holdings posts a strong first-half 2026 performance, with profit after tax more than doubling as CDH Investment Bank drives growth.