MCP Succession Fight: A new pressure group, “Mbembembe,” is challenging Malawi Congress Party plans that could keep Lazarus Chakwera in the leadership race ahead of 2030, pushing for an early convention and raising wider questions about internal democracy. Church Call for Unity: Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa urged President Arthur Peter Mutharika to mend ties with Vice-President Jane Ansah, warning Malawi can’t afford top-level divisions. Child Protection & Trafficking: High Court Judge Justice Chimwaza trained police on laws protecting minors from commercial sex and trafficking, following rescues linked to night clubs and brothels. Women in Agribusiness: Thokozani Chimasula won runner-up at the 2026 Women Agripreneur of the Year Awards in Rwanda, spotlighting Malawi’s women-led farming innovation. Healthcare Upgrade: First Capital Bank and the Anadkat & Kantaria families donated a US$720,000 CT scanner to Blantyre Adventist Hospital to boost diagnostic access. Responsible Gambling: MAGLA warned students against treating betting as a livelihood during a Responsible Gambling Awareness outreach in Phalombe. Digital ID Wallet: NRB announced the Nzika Digital ID Wallet launch next week, letting people store their national ID on phones for services and transactions. CT Scanner Donation (repeat): The same US$720,000 CT scanner donation to Blantyre Adventist Hospital was reiterated. Tourism & Hospitality Deal: Press Corporation plc bought a 70% stake in Mpaladizo Resort Limited for about K5.3 billion, aiming to expand into premium lakeshore tourism. Parliament Crash Hearings: Parliament set dates to resume Chikangawa plane crash hearings next week, moving from earlier phases into broader witness engagements. MACRA Data Warning: MACRA cautioned the public not to share exam results online without consent, saying results are protected personal data. Arts Spotlight: Gospel artist Theresa Phondo announced a solo headline show at Bingu International Convention Centre on Oct 31, featuring Ada Ehi and Pompi.