ACB Court Setback: Malawi’s High Court rejected the Anti-Corruption Bureau’s bid to discontinue corruption charges against Chinese national Lin Yunhua, saying the State used the wrong procedure and that the allegations strike at the justice system. Power Sector Update: The Energy Minister says electricity stability should improve soon with the Mozambique–Malawi interconnector adding 50MW and a Battery Energy Storage System adding 20MW during peak hours before month-end. Budget Pressure: Just three months after the K11tn 2026/27 budget, critics say the economic assumptions are collapsing, with the World Bank warning growth and inflation targets are slipping and debt risks rising. Migration and Returnee Support: South Africa’s deportation and repatriation drive is processing over 53,000 foreign nationals, with Malawians making up more than 80%; Malawi’s First Lady’s charity support for returnees is also drawing scrutiny. Parliament Watch: MPs traded jokes over a DPP seating “coup,” while a special committee was set up to investigate hurdles around Napoleon Dzombe’s fertiliser plant in Dowa. Agri-Industry and Trade: Malawi’s Road Authority is pushing feasibility and designs for the Lilongwe–Mchinji road rehabilitation, and businesses are urged to get goods accredited by MBS for smoother market access. Local Business Spotlight: Cyndie-C Designs relaunched its fashion brand, aiming to expand locally made clothing and reach international markets. Finance for Farmers: The High Court granted relief to about 800 mega farmers in a MAIIC loan dispute, restraining enforcement actions until the matter is resolved. Transport & Logistics: Microlise hosted the Transaid Cup, bringing together transport players and raising funds for development work across sub-Saharan Africa. Digital Payments Note: A stablecoin cross-border pricing report says routing and provider choice are driving costs, with Africa seeing the biggest volatility in Q2.