Update: Over 15,000 Malawian nationals have now been processed for repatriation from South Africa ahead of anti-immigration protests scheduled for June 30, according to Agence France-Presse and Reuters. South African Minister of Justice Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed that 15,162 Malawians have been cleared for exit. The Border Management Authority noted that thousands have already been transported back to Malawi in buses as citizens leave makeshift encampments in Durban and other cities.
Update: Malawi has launched a new National Action Plan on Albinism that focuses on economic inclusion, Human Rights Watch reports. The revised plan introduces commitments to expand vocational training, entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and access to microfinance for persons with albinism. Advocacy groups state the initiative could serve as a regional model for equality if properly funded and executed.
Update: In sports, Malawi National Women's Football Team head coach Lovemore Fazili has announced a 32-member provisional squad for the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations, according to the Football Association of Malawi. Vice-captain Temwa Chawinga returns to the team, which will begin its training camp at Mpira Village in Blantyre. The Scorchers are in Group C and will play their opening match against defending champions Nigeria on July 28 in Morocco.