Parliament Oversight Clash: Malawi’s Speaker Sameer Suleman’s planned joint ad hoc probes were halted after a High Court order, with Parliament saying committees must “stand down” while the legal fight continues; the Speaker also held “cordial” talks with President Mutharika, as the separation of powers debate heats up. Legal Challenge: The Malawi Law Society says it will join the judicial review case as amicus curiae, arguing the matter raises constitutional questions on oversight, rule of law and accountability. MCP Apology: The Malawi Congress Party admitted it “got it wrong” with coalition partners in 2020, saying it failed to live up to the bargain and became disconnected from voters, while also keeping Lazarus Chakwera as leader until at least 2029. MCP Succession Pressure: A new internal pressure group is pushing for an early MCP leadership convention and challenging any move that could extend Chakwera’s tenure beyond 2030. Economy & Governance: Businessman Ibrahim Swed praised President Mutharika’s leadership for stabilising the kwacha, while critics warn corruption and weak institutions could scare off investors. Road Accountability: Transport Minister Jappie Mhango said government will penalise contractors who miss road deadlines, citing slow progress on the M5 Lakeshore Road Benga–Nkhotakota stretch. Education Policy Debate: Social commentator Ziliro Mchulu questioned limits on school contributions under Free Secondary Education, saying it restricts field trips and other learning activities. Mining Finance Push: Mining Minister Thoko Tembo challenged banks to fund mining and value-add businesses, not just extraction. El Niño Readiness: Funding gaps and preparedness plans remain in focus as government and partners push to cushion impacts. Regional Human Safety: Reports of xenophobic violence in South Africa continue, with two more Nigerians killed, while repatriated Kenyans face a five-year ban from returning to South Africa.