Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS) is currently experiencing a critical shortage of blood. 

The health ministry said between January and September 2023, the Windhoek Central Hospital’s Neonatal Unit admitted 620 preterm newborns, and 76 premature newborns did not survive, with preterm birth being the primary cause, alongside other contributing factors.

The Japanese-funded Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP) will be unveiling two schools they have upgraded, namely the Oipya Primary School in Engela and the Savo Nuts Private School in Oshikango.

China’s ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping has said the two countries’ presidents maintain close working communication which is something that has provided strategic guidance for the development of bilateral relations.

Miss Namibia 2023 Jameela |Uiras was yesterday morning awarded the Miss Universe Beauties “Face of the Universe” title in  San Salvador, EL Salvador.

Mobile network operators have until the end of November to submit the required data to enable the reduction of roaming charges between Namibia and Botswana.

Education minister Anna Nghipondoka said one of the biggest hurdles in the sector right now is schools not operating on an academic cycle and reserving funds for needs at the beginning of the academic year.

Khomas regional health authorities have recorded a significant increase in diabetes figures - from 6 403 in 2022 to 10 802 for the 2023 period at public hospitals around the region.

The CEO of the Motor-Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund Rosalia Martins-Hausiku has urged all road users to work together to minimise road carnages, especially during the fast-approaching festive season.