Fertilizer Accountability: Malawi’s Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) fined Nitro Phos Ltd K50 million over defective fertilizers and unfair liability exclusions after farmers reported crop damage, while it also penalised other firms including CTS Courier, Modern Dry Cleaners and Urban Realtors, plus major bank penalties for misleading conduct. Power Crunch: Nkula B Hydro’s 20MW Unit 6 remains offline seven weeks after a breakdown, with Egenco citing delayed delivery of critical spare parts—meaning continued load shedding for homes, businesses and industry. Digital Skills Push: Malawi launched a Huawei youth ICT talent programme to train young people in practical tech skills, aiming to close the digital gap and support Malawi 2063. Energy Transition & Environment: Malawi was urged to speed up the shift away from biomass and tackle land degradation, as a new state of environment report warns environmental losses are costing about 7% of GDP yearly. Trade, Markets & Compliance: Malawi’s High Court barred Burundian traders from returning to Mgona Market in Lilongwe pending a substantive case over alleged unfair competition and documentation issues. Regional Migration Shock: Malawi prepares to receive citizens returning from South Africa amid xenophobic violence and a crackdown on illegal immigration, with logistics and reintegration plans underway. Agribusiness Spotlight: Namuleri Farms Limited won Best Agribusiness Farm at the 2026 National Product Magazine mid-year awards, highlighting local production in tobacco, maize, cassava and fruit.