Telecom Regulation: MACRA ordered Airtel Malawi and TNM to compensate customers after both implemented tariff increases without the required seven-day public notice, and also ordered reversals of revised tariffs. Digital Affordability: The tariff hikes are already hurting Malawi’s online economy, with creatives warning that higher data costs are shrinking reach and views, while hundreds sign a petition urging MACRA to review pricing and billing practices. Inflation Watch: Malawi’s inflation eased to 21.1% in June from 23.4% in May as food prices cooled, offering some relief to households and a steadier outlook for business activity. Housing & Land Governance: Government inaction on the Real Estate Management Council is leaving house hunters exposed to scams, while a High Court case dismissed Pacific Limited’s constitutional challenge to land laws. Regional Integration: Malawi signed the SADC Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons, aiming to ease travel and movement across the bloc. South Africa Fallout: Xenophobic violence and anti-immigration protests continue to disrupt regional labour markets, with thousands of Malawians and other nationals waiting for repatriation and facing mounting humanitarian strain. Transport & Infrastructure: Government is pursuing new vessels to replace the ageing MV Ilala on Lake Malawi, and an engineering assessment says Kamuzu Stadium should be demolished rather than renovated. Climate Risk: Malawi’s climate agency warns a strong-to-very-strong El Niño is developing and could persist into 2027.