WAFCON 2026 (Malawi): Malawi’s Flames get their 2027 AFCON qualifiers underway with CAF fixtures showing a home opener against South Sudan, then Angola away, before Egypt tests in November. WAFCON 2026 (Women’s football): Malawi’s Scorchers head into their maiden WAFCON with a clear message from Temwa Chawinga: underdogs or not, they’re chasing World Cup qualification; meanwhile, Nigeria’s Super Falcons face racist abuse online after a hotel cash-theft row in Morocco, though a suspect has reportedly been arrested and confessed. Politics (MCP/Chakwera): MCP loyalists are split as independent MP Ayuba James and other voices attack President Lazarus Chakwera’s leadership, arguing the same inner circle remains in place. Governance (Cabinet): Human rights activist Sylvester Namiwa questions the legality of Second Vice President Enoch Chihana chairing Cabinet while Vice President Jane Ansah was left out. Justice (tobacco dispute): The High Court rules SFFRFM is the lawful owner of disputed tobacco and can sell it, a win hailed by the Attorney General. Accountability (land): CDEDI challenges Lands Minister Chimwemwe Chipungu to explain wealth via a voluntary lifestyle audit amid land-accumulation allegations. Society (child protection): Eye of the Child Malawi calls for stronger action against abuse, child labour and trafficking. Regional economy: Tanzania’s Mbamba Bay port upgrades and Mtwara corridor cargo push are reigniting Malawi’s frustration over Lake Malawi development. Safety: Search and rescue continues after a speedboat vanished on Lake Malawi with seven people aboard.