MEC Relocation Showdown: Malawi’s High Court has temporarily halted President Peter Mutharika’s October 2025 order to move the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) from Lilongwe to Blantyre, with an injunction sought by the MCP and three individuals, setting up a constitutional fight over presidential authority and electoral independence. Governance & Justice: The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) says Malawi’s crises are rooted in politicised appointments, FX shortages, substandard medicines, slow justice, and superstition-driven violence—while government says it has “taken note” and will act. Anti-Corruption Push: The ACB arrested former Immigration permits boss Alexander Maseko over alleged neglect of duty tied to unpaid work-permit fees, as questions grow over Malawi’s immigration controls. Economy Watch: Economists warn the National Economic Recovery Plan risks failing due to weak forex generation, export diversification, public spending management and implementation capacity; meanwhile commercial banks cut the reference rate to 20.4%. Security & Social Strain: Malawians report a rising armed-robbery wave, fuelling calls to revive harsh policing approaches. Environment Alarm: A landmark environment report warns Malawi is consuming natural capital faster than it can replenish, with forests shrinking, soils degrading and climate shocks worsening. US Visa Tensions: Malawi challenges planned US visa restrictions that could disrupt education, healthcare and business links, as the US says it reviews operations but has not announced immediate changes.