Digital Payments: PayPal has launched its digital dollar, PayPal USD (PYUSD), in Malawi and 26 other African countries, promising faster, cheaper cross-border transfers via PayPal accounts and dollar-backed stablecoin access. Transport & Trade: Government is negotiating a partnership with National Bank of Malawi to operate shipping services on Lake Malawi, alongside upgrades to ports and rail/marine oversight. Food Security & Markets: Admarc has been allocated K5 billion out of a K60 billion maize purchase budget, raising fears over how long buying can run; meanwhile, Admarc says it will start maize purchases at K900/kg. Water & Governance: Blantyre Water Board employees have demanded urgent action over the CEO–board standoff, warning operations and staff morale are being hit. Construction Quality: Malawi Institute of Architects says poor workmanship is linked to contractor capacity and cheap labour, urging professionals to use technology without losing human judgement. Entrepreneurship Finance: MEDF has launched a K100 billion loan disbursement push for MSMEs, stressing timely repayments to keep the fund revolving. Public Health Oversight: Parliament’s PAC is alarmed by claims embalming chemicals may be diverted to preserve fish, calling for stronger regulation. Energy & Risk: Oil markets react to Iran’s exit from talks, with Brent seen edging toward $100—an external pressure point for Malawi’s costs. Mobility Investment: Electric mobility startup Spiro nears unicorn status after raising $215m and says it plans expansion including Malawi. Governance & Elections: Malawi Electoral Commission is challenging a presidential directive to relocate its headquarters, seeking court protection.