AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCybersecurity & Governance: Malawi’s former MERA boss Collins Magalasi has been charged over alleged hacking of President Peter Mutharika’s phone number and those of senior officials, with court hearing the alleged acts took place between June and August 2026. Parliament Oversight: Speaker Sameer Suleman has set up 12 joint parliamentary committees to investigate public concerns, including fuel transport preferences, delays in the Salima–Lilongwe water project, pension issues, and Blantyre Water Board procurement and corruption allegations. Human Trafficking: Social Development Minister Dina Pule is set to receive two South African girl children trafficked to Malawi, as part of South Africa’s repatriation process; 22 children have been repatriated so far. Climate & Food Security: UNICEF warns that over 162 million children across eastern and southern Africa are at risk from intensifying 2026/27 El Niño impacts, including Malawi. Health Sector: The High Court in Blantyre nullified Dr Chrissy Kamwachale’s appointment as Nurses and Midwives Council CEO for lack of statutory qualifications. Economy & Trade: Malawi’s 2026 tobacco marketing season is due to close on Sept 10 after 21 weeks, with reports pointing to lower sales volumes, weaker prices and reduced revenue.
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