AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWAFCON 2026 (Women’s Africa Cup of Nations): Malawi’s Scorchers and the wider football spotlight stay hot as Group C reaches its climax—Nigeria face Egypt while Malawi play Zambia, with qualification hinging on results and head-to-head ties. State media credibility shake-up: Malawi’s state broadcaster MBC pulled a “sneaked out” South Africa trip story about President Peter Mutharika after backlash, while Zodiak also issued an apology for a false report. Education rumours shut down: MANEB dismissed social media claims that PSLCE and JCE results are out, urging candidates to wait for official channels. Creative industry & royalties: Cosoma-linked Blank Media Levy distribution drew fresh criticism from creative managers, who say payouts don’t reflect digital consumption and that deductions need fixing. Tourism risk insurance: NICO General and Minet Malawi launched Safari Plan Insurance, aiming to protect tourism operators and keep foreign exchange in-country. Food security pressure: FAO warns Malawi is sliding toward a nutrition emergency as the cost of a healthy diet more than doubled since 2017. Arts & culture: A memorial concert for Lucius Banda is set for August 22, with a foundation launch planned. Health promotion: World Breastfeeding Week coverage highlights routine health talks driving exclusive breastfeeding at Zingwangwa Health Centre.
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