Migration & Safety: Malawi’s Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration rejects xenophobia and vigilantism in South Africa, saying immigration enforcement and repatriation are the State’s job, while calling for clearer humanitarian support and lawful processes. Travel Rules for Malawians: South Africa has introduced a compulsory online traveller declaration (for goods/currency requiring customs declaration) at least 24 hours before travel, with transit passengers exempt. Regional Mobility: Malawi has signed the SADC Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons, a step meant to ease travel and residence across the bloc. Tourism Development: Hora Mountain in Mzimba is set for a new Hora Heritage Centre cultural village, with plans for festivals and partnerships to attract tourism investment. Local Infrastructure: Citizens are pushing authorities over years of delayed repairs to Lilongwe’s Chiuzira Bridge, citing repeated accidents. Property & Housing Scams: Malawi’s Real Estate Management Act is in force, but the regulator (Remac) remains largely non-operational, leaving house hunters vulnerable to “dobadobas,” cloned listings and non-refundable viewing fees. Health & Services: Malawi’s K50bn renal dialysis project remains stalled, affecting thousands who need treatment. Sports Tourism: Malawi’s Football Association refunded K16.274m to fans after a cancelled World Cup qualifier, while Copper Queens continue WAFCON preparations. Lake Malawi Tragedy: A 17-year-old London student died after snorkelling in Lake Malawi during a school trip near Cape Maclear.