Despite continuous efforts to eliminate the mosquito-borne infectious disease, the Zambezi region contributed the highest number of malaria cases in Namibia.
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Poor hygiene still a concern
Poor hygiene practices are a major contributor to several endemic and epidemic diseases in southern Africa and the world at large.
N$26m neonatal tender cancelled
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has announced the termination of a N$26 million tender awarded to a company to construct a neonatal health care facility in Swakopmund.
Farmers unhappy with NamWater’s canal rehab … livestock died of thirst
Communal farmers in the northern regions said the interruption of the water supply from NamWater that occurred in early November due to the rehabilitation of the canals resulted in many of their livestock dying.
Security guard links ex-magistrate to rape
A security guard took the witness stand yesterday before Windhoek High Court acting Judge Kobus Miller in the rape case of former magistrate Jaco Kennedy and his cousin Ray Cloete.
Soaring crime rate worries MPs
The perpetual rise of criminal activities – particularly gender-based violence, robbery and murder – is giving lawmakers sleepless nights as they attempt to find lasting solutions.
Nedbank and Oyayone join hands to empower women
The Oyayone Foundation, with support from Nedbank Namibia, concluded the launch of the ‘2023 Status of Women in Namibia Report’ on 16 November.
Black Africa confusion continues …as SSFD gets involved
The Southern Stream First Division (SSFD) says the annual general meeting, convened by one faction of Black Africa (BA) in July, was not held under the provisions of the constitution of Black Africa.
Ghanaian tourists in Namibia for people-to-people visi
A group of 21 Ghanaian tourists arrived in the country on Sunday for the ‘November in Namibia’ tourism and business pilot initiative.
Unemployed teachers plan nationwide protest
Unemployed teachers are planning to stage a nationwide protest over their longstanding demands pertaining to their recruitment.









