Immigration & Education: Malawi’s education ministry told schools to stop demanding performance reports and transfer letters from children affected by anti-migrant protests in South Africa, as government pushes smoother integration for repatriated learners. Teacher Supply: Malawi plans to recruit 1,100 secondary school teachers after free secondary education increased pressure on classrooms, with targeted hiring across subjects including ICT and special needs. Roads & Livelihoods: Communities in Mzimba District along the Embangweni–Edingeni–Engalaweni road are hopeful after government said it secured renewed finance to restart the long-delayed 39.2km project. Health & HIV Prevention: Malawi rolled out an injectable HIV prevention drug, with hope and caution as people weigh benefits and access. Data Protection & Privacy: MACRA proposed annual registration fees for businesses collecting and processing personal data, aiming to strengthen compliance and protect Malawians’ information. Mental Health Push: Government unveiled a community-based suicide prevention plan, extending support beyond hospitals into schools, churches, mosques, workplaces and public institutions. Culture & Tourism: Ngoni leaders unveiled plans for a Hora Heritage Centre and Umthetho Cultural Festival hub at Hora Mountain, pitching cultural tourism as partnership-driven and investment-ready. Church & Community Care: A new interdenominational outreach ministry launched in Malawi, aiming to extend Christian service “beyond church walls.” International Ties: President Mutharika marked his birthday with a personal gift and letter from China’s Xi Jinping, reaffirming Malawi–China cooperation.