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Namibia Readies Itself Amidst Rise in Respiratory Infections in China
By: Elizabeth Magongo Health Minister KalumbiShangula says his ministry in collaboration with other stakeholders is implementing a National Action Plan on Health Security. This will ensure the country’s preparedness to respond to health emergencies including the recent respiratory infection among children reported in China. Shangula said this plan launched in 2020 provides a […]
Medical Aid Funds Face Operating Losses
By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia’s medical aid funding industry is facing significant financial strains attributed to operational losses recorded by many medical aid funds, causing industry concerns. The cumulative reserve levels of all medical aid funds is also a cause for concern as it has surpassed the prudential reserve limit of 25% of the gross annual […]
Oshikoto Death Attributed To Water Scarcity … region scrambles to provide emergency relief
By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Following the death of a resident due to water scarcity, the Oshikoto Regional Council says it has set aside about N$635 000 for rural development programs, with a focus on constructing short water pipelines. This intervention is expected to address the pressing issue of water scarcity and prevent further […]
World Food Should be Commemorated at Dumpsites … leaders oblivion about food crisis
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Basic Income Grants (BIG) Coalition has called on lawmakers to start commemorating the World Food Day at dumpsites in a show of solidarity with hundreds of people who flok the dumpsites in search of food. World Food Day is observed on 16 October annually, but in Namibia this year it was […]
Namibians Prioritise Fullness Over Nutritional Health, Says Nutritionist
By: Mathias Hangala NUTRITIONIST Matheus Hamukwaya has highlighted a concerning trend in Namibia, stating that a significant portion of the population is primarily eating for satiety rather than focusing on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In a recent interview with Eagle FM, Hamukwaya emphasised the importance of consuming nutritious food, especially as the country grapples with […]
Mayor urges residents to champion personal hygiene
By:Flora Katutiramambo WINDHOEK Mayor Joseph Uapingene has called on residents to take personal responsibility for their hygiene, specifically emphasising the importance of keeping hands clean to prevent the transmission of harmful bacteria. Uapingene stressed that hygiene encompasses more than just cleanliness. It plays a vital role in safeguarding public health by preventing the transmission of […]
Lead Exposure In Children At Rosh Pinah Labelled ‘Harmless’
By:Josefina Lukas THE Ministry of Health and Social Services says it has discovered that lead exposure recorded in children at Rosh Pinah in the //Kharas region does not pose any health risks. About two months ago, the ministry together with other stakeholders commissioned an investigation into concerns over lead exposure in children and newborns at […]
Escalating cases of breast cancer raise concerns
By:Flora Katutiramambo Breast cancer is becoming a growing concern in Namibia, with the number of cases on a consistent rise. This worrisome trend was highlighted by Rolf Hansen, the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibian Cancer Association during a breast health indaba. The event coincided with the onset of “Pink October,” which marks Breast Cancer […]
Rabies could threaten tourism if left unchecked
By:Hertha Ekandjo ALTHOUGH rabies is most often noted in domestic animals and livestock, this does not mean wildlife are safe from this deadly disease. The Namibian kudus which form part of the unique tourist attraction also has a unique cycle of rabies. The Ministry Environment, Forestry and Tourism said rabies in wildlife could affect the […]
Nored, Mines Ministry Sign Grid-Connection Financing Agreement
By:Josefina Lukas The Ministry of Mines and Energy together with Nored yesterday officially launched a service level agreement (SLA) on grid-connection financing mechanism. The SLA was launched at the ongoing Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair 2023. Government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, has identified rural electrification as a programme of crucial importance to improve […]