Malawi–South Africa Migration Fallout: South Africa’s June 30 anti-migrant marches triggered arrests, looting and fresh fear across cities, with thousands of foreign nationals fleeing and governments scrambling to evacuate. Border & Repatriation Pressure: Malawi-linked returnees faced delays and chaos at Beitbridge and Musina processing points, while a Limpopo repatriation bus crash killed the driver and injured 11. Fake Eviction Panic: In Cape Town, a fake notice claiming landlords face a R10,000 fine for renting to undocumented migrants sparked panic and mass displacement. Chikangawa Plane Crash Probe: Malawi’s parliamentary inquiry continues to sharpen questions around communication and protocol, including testimony on how Chilima’s attendance at Ralph Kasambara’s funeral depended on securing an MDF aircraft. MEC-GATE Election Fraud Claims: Malawi’s Electoral Commission faced renewed scrutiny after audit findings alleged MK732 million irregularities tied to Grand Palace Hotel training invoices that exceeded the hotel’s capacity. MEC Pushback on Leaked Audit: MEC also said a purported Auditor General report circulating online is incomplete and was presented as final. Inflation & Policy Response: RBM deputy governor Kisu Simwaka warned Malawi won’t reach single-digit inflation without tackling forex shortages, climate shocks, high borrowing and weak policy coordination. WASH Targets: Experts say Malawi can still hit 2030 WASH goals, but financing gaps and coordination problems must be fixed fast. Education Costs: CSEC criticised steep public university tuition hikes, warning they could price many students out. Economy & Recovery Debate: An IMF mission update renewed questions about whether Malawi can sustain a new credit programme and meet reform targets. Regional Security Leadership: Homeland Security Minister Peter Mukhitho highlighted Malawi’s role in SADC public security cooperation, citing early domestic gains in crime reduction. Humanitarian & Social Issues: Witchcraft accusations continue to endanger older women in Malawi, while Malawian artists and digital platforms raised millions to support stranded nationals in South Africa.