Beitbridge Drug Bust: South Africa’s Border Management Authority says it intercepted nearly R1 billion (about K106 billion) worth of methaqualone (ABBA) hidden in a truck from Malawi, arresting two Malawians and one Zambian; the case was later postponed and authorities say investigations will trace origins and networks. Border Security Crackdown: BMA says it will tighten enforcement on the N1 with permanent checkpoints, better passenger manifests and weighbridge stops after passenger numbers were found to mismatch at different points. Fuel Shortages: Malawi’s Energy Minister Jean Mathanga says diesel is being prioritised for hospitals, water utilities and security as supply disruptions continue to hit transport and essential services. Health Corruption Probe: Parliament’s health committee hears allegations of patients being forced to pay for “free” treatment, fake receipts, stolen drugs and extortion at public hospitals. Economy Watch: The Malawi Stock Exchange lost nearly K5 trillion in five months, while AfDB warns manufacturing jobs are falling and Malawi is increasingly “grant-only” due to debt distress. Business Reform: Government launches CRIPC to streamline company registration and intellectual property services. Agriculture: Cotton marketing season opens with optimism and a K27 billion target; tobacco regulators warn farmers against poor handling that drives rejections. Sports: Black Queens coach Kim Bjorkegren names a 22-member squad for a three-nation tournament in Tanzania. Public Safety: Police assure people with albinism of protection as murder investigations continue.