Banking Oversight: Mozambique’s central bank ordered refunds of $1.15m after improper fees and commission charges, with most complaints tied to loan disputes, unexplained debits in accounts and mobile wallets, and ATM failures. Central Bank Leadership: President Daniel Chapo named economist Felisberto Dinis Navalha as governor of the Bank of Mozambique, reversing a prior appointment and replacing Rogério Zandamela as the country faces inflation and debt pressure. Energy & Trade: Malawi says the 400kV Mozambique–Malawi (MOMA) interconnector is now fully completed on the Mozambican side and energised, but commercial power trading awaits tariff talks. Regional Customs: Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe agreed a roadmap to link customs systems for faster cargo clearance and lower logistics costs. FACIM & Diplomacy: Prime Minister Benvinda Levi held talks in Belgrade to deepen Mozambique’s partnerships, while FACIM 2026 in Maputo drew UAE and Brazilian business missions pushing new trade deals. Security & Travel: The US kept Mozambique’s north on Level 2 travel warning and flagged Cabo Delgado and parts of Niassa and Nampula as Level 4 “Do Not Travel” due to militant threats. Agriculture & Women: An African Mothers’ New Farm event in Maputo focused on skills, entrepreneurship and jobs for women, aiming to turn training into real farm and income opportunities.