For Namibia to realise the Universal Health Coverage dream, it must continue prioritising investment in primary healthcare (PHC), which serves as the foundation of a comprehensive and responsive health system.
Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)
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Mitigating malnutrition in Namibia
Ohangwena governor Sebastian Ndeitunga says the level of poverty and hunger the region is experiencing is worrisome, especially to vulnerable groups like women and children.
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Lupus: The nightmare of your body attacking itself
The hardest ordeal in life for self-employed Elizabest Etuhole Amalovu (43) is dealing with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease in which her body’s immune system attacks her system and tissues.
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Poverty enables TB in Namibia
Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula has said tuberculosis thrives in conditions of poverty, disproportionately affecting marginalised and vulnerable populations.
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Living with endometriosis
Mphonyana Ikalafeng-Verbreeck says after being diagnosed with double uterus syndrome, she stopped seeking medical healthcare as she was subjected to judgement from these workers.
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Lack of infrastructure hampers netball growth
In spite of the immense talent noticeable in the country, issues around the lack of netball infrastructure, among others, are obstacles to the development of the game in Namibia.
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City stern on controlled noise
THE City of Windhoek has advised any event organisers or individuals to follow the rules and regulations by acquiring a sound broadcasting permit which will allow them to host an event.
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Unam to showcase Commonwealth fashion
The Unam Space Theatre will be a hive of activity tonight with the showcasing of the first-ever Commonwealth Fashion Show.
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Masua: Empower young people
Member of Parliament Patience Masua has highlighted the importance of young Namibians being part of the lawmaking process and ensuring that their contributions trickle down in their advocacy for law reform to address issues that affect them.
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PM: Corruption thrives on technology
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has chronicled Namibia’s fight against corruption and warned that new and evolving challenges are emerging, including the increasing use of technology in illegal schemes.