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Namibia’s Disability Spending Falls Below Adequate Levels, UNICEF Reports…15% of Namibians Living with Disabilities
By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia’s expenditure on disability, although showing an upward trend over the years, has remained relatively low, according to a report released by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). Between 2018 and 2023, disability spending averaged below 0.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and below 1.4% of the total […]
NAMDIA Commits N$500k to Cleft Palate Reconstruction Program
By: Hertha Ekandjo Over the past three years, the Namdia Foundation has dedicated half a million Namibian dollars to support a Cleft Palate Reconstruction program aimed at assisting Namibian children in need of corrective surgery. In a continuation of their support, the Namdia Foundation recently donated N$250,000 for the second time since 2022 to […]
Health Ministry Appreciates Ohorongo’s Generous Donations
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Ministry of Health and Social Services has received a generous donation of medical supplies and other equipment valued at about N$4 million. The donation was made by Ohorongo Cement with the support of the German-based charity organisation Support ULM e.V. Receiving the donation was Deputy Minister of Health, […]
Health Ministry Lacks Recent Data on Covid-19 Vaccination Rate
By: Justicia Shipena The Health Ministry currently lacks up-to-date data on the nation’s vaccination rate, a situation that persisted since the suspension of reporting on Covid-19 statistics. This comes amidst a recent report of 20 cases of Covid-19 in Rehoboth, located in the Hardap region, with the ministry’s lack of data potentially posing […]
Cost and Rural Distance Call for Accessible Sanitary Pads
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Despite the government’s decision to eliminate the value-added tax on sanitary pads, with the exception of tampons, many girls living in rural areas and those from low-income households still find it difficult to access these basic necessities. Earlier this month, the Ministry of Finance issued a stern warning to retailers […]
Medical Association Concerned Over Namaf Tariff Adjustments
By: Justicia Shipena The Medical Association of Namibia has expressed concerns over the lack of consultation regarding tariff adjustments by the Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funders (Namaf), highlighting potential ramifications for members. Dr. David Weber, chairperson of the Medical Association, conveyed this sentiment in a public letter on behalf of the […]
Geingob’s Prolonged Absence From Office ‘Inconsequential’
By: Justicia Shipena President Hage Geingob’s prolonged absence from office due to ill health cannot affect the resumption of the government’s programmes for the year, analysts say. Geingob who since last week delegated Vice president Nangolo Mbumba to act as President in his absence has not returned to office despite returning from […]
Alarming Rise in Cholera Cases Grips SADC Region…member states told to take urgent action against virus
Hertha Ekandjo Five SADC member states are grappling with ongoing cholera outbreaks, contributing to a staggering 73% of reported cases across Africa following the virus’ resurgence globally. Last year, the World Health Organisation (WHO) classified the global resurgence of cholera as a Grade 3 emergency, which requires a comprehensive response at national, regional, and […]
Rising Concerns over Cervical Cancer in Namibia
Jeremiah Joseph The Ministry of Health and Social Services has raised alarms over the rising number of cervical cancer cases in the country with over 130 women reportedly dying from the disease annually. According to the Ministry, about 236 Namibia women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually Health’s Deputy Minister Esther Muinjangue emphasised […]
Remembering Doctor Selma ‘Gwanandjokwe’ Rainio
By: Kleopas Nghikefelwa As we gear up for the Christmas holiday, let me share a brief story about the pioneering journey of the first medical doctor to grace the Namibian medical field. On December 14, 1908, Dr. Selma Rainio arrived in Oniipa, leaving an indelible mark on the community. In the beginning, the local people […]