Women’s Football & Tourism Spotlight: Malawi’s Scorchers are one step from history after a 2–1 comeback win over Ghana and a 3–1 semi-final triumph over Algeria, booking the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil—good news for Malawi’s brand and travel interest around major matches. Visa & Entry Rules: Malawi has updated visa-on-arrival eligibility for 160 countries (visa-free/simplified Category Two) and clarified that 47 countries need visas or prior authorisation, with transit/single-entry fees set at $50. Cross-Border Safety & Travel Disruption: Malawi’s government-funded voluntary repatriation from South Africa has ended after 56,723 returns; consular help continues, but travellers must now fund their own transport. Regional Migration Tensions: South Africa is seeking reimbursement from Malawi (and others) for repatriation costs, while South Africa’s border-control capacity is questioned amid protests and concerns about porous crossings. Ethical Recruitment for Travellers: Malawi is tightening rules and drafting a National Labour Migration Policy to curb fake job recruitments and protect citizens seeking work abroad. Tourism Business & Events: NBS Bank backs the CPA Africa conference in Lilongwe with K300 million, urging Parliament to use the event to market Malawi for tourism and investment. Travel Security Alert: Malawi warns about fake online job recruitments and scholarships, urging young people to verify opportunities before paying.