Category: Health
“Zoonotic Diseases Have a Significant Impact on Health if Left Untreated”
By: Fransina Nghidengwa Minister of Health and Social Services Kalumbi Shangula said zoonotic diseases such as rabies and food-borne illnesses, may have a significant impact on health, livelihoods, and economies if left untreated. Shangula, who was speaking during…
More than 500 People’s Vision Restored in Rundu
By: Annakleta Haikera About 530 patients had their eyesight restored on Wednesday in Rundu, Kavango East region, as part of this year’s Annual Surgical Eye Campaign, which targets 700 patients in total. Renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Ndume, alongside German…
Cancer Association Reports Surplus of Nearly N$500,000
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has reported an annual operational surplus of N$491,343, marking a significant turnaround from the previous fiscal year’s loss of N$262,718. This positive shift is primarily attributed to the stabilisation…
“Red Tape Responsible for Medication Shortage”
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, identified bureaucratic red tape as the primary cause of medication shortages in Namibia. He pointed to lengthy procurement processes, bottlenecks, and legal…
Omaruru Reports 39 Suspected Cases of Measles
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Omaruru District Hospital in the Erongo region has reported a total of 39 suspected measles cases from January 2024 to date. Thirty-three of these suspected cases were reported from Okongue Clinic, located approximately 120…
Cancer Association Supports Ban on Alternative Tobacco Products
By: Abigail Nalisa The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has expressed strong support for the Ministry of Health and Social Services’ initiative to amend the existing Tobacco Control Act. The proposed amendment aims to include “alternative” tobacco products that…
N$451 Million Pharmaceutical Tender Beyond Reproach – Procurement Board
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) says its decision to award a pharmaceutical tender to a company allegedly linked to Bank of Namibia’s Governor Johannes !Gawaxab was conducted in accordance with the law. About a…
Kunene Intensifies Efforts to Reduce Cancer Burden
By: Uakutura Kambaekua Kunene Region Chief Health Programme Officer Jason Ndahepele has reiterated the region’s commitment to lowering the cervical and prostate cancer burden through comprehensive awareness campaigns held in all districts. The Kunene region has established an extensive…
Likwaterera Village in Kavango East to Get Permanent Healthcare Facilities
By: Annakleta Haikera Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula has announced plans to construct a permanent health facility at Likwaterera village, with funding allocated from the 2026/2027 financial year budget. Shangula made this announcement on Saturday, during the belated 34th…
Namibia Aims to Enhance Healthcare Access – Shangula
By: Uakutura Kambaekua Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula says the government has made significant strides in addressing healthcare delivery disparities through targeted initiatives. This includes the ongoing expansion of beneficial socioeconomic impacts in various regions across the country, according…