Malawi’s state broadcaster, the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), removes a report about President Peter Mutharika’s reported travel to South Africa after publishing it briefly. According to multiple outlets, MBC posted an item saying Mutharika was going to South Africa for another unclear “private visit.” Hours later, the broadcaster deletes the story, prompting criticism and accusations of a possible cover-up. Reports cite screenshots of the removed online content as evidence that the story originally appeared on MBC’s digital platforms before being taken down. The deletion triggers public scrutiny over transparency regarding the President’s travel plans and the information MBC provides. One outlet describes the incident as an embarrassing “climbdown,” noting that the original publication was then reversed within a short time window. The accounts focus on the sequence of events—publication, subsequent removal, and the resulting backlash—rather than providing verified details about the purpose or itinerary of the trip. As of the reports, the controversy centers on the broadcaster’s handling of the information.