A retired school principal’s death after a bee attack has left the Onaanda community in the Omusati region mourning a man remembered for his contribution to education and the wider northern community. Epfras Uushona (78) died on Friday after being…

A Woman who started an early childhood development initiative at Otuvero Village near Opuwo with 19 children learning under a tree now runs a fully equipped centre where they can learn and play. Tjiraakanua Zahungama (36) began the initiative in…

Officials from the European Union (EU), Unicef and the government recently visited the Kunene region to assess early childhood development initiatives and health infrastructure supported through international partnerships. The delegation’s field mission to Opuwo this week focused on early childhood…

Paediatric cardiologist Dr Fenny Shidhika says she feels targeted by the health ministry following an investigation into toxic conditions at Windhoek Central Hospital. Shidhika has accused health minister Esperance Luvindao and deputy executive director Theo-Ben Kandetu of pushing for action…

Parents at Opuwo are being encouraged to prioritise early childhood education, responsible parenting and child nutrition following lessons shared during a parenting programme aimed at improving children’s well-being. The call was made during a community engagement session on the RightStart…

The Social Security Commission (SSC) says the fact that it is considering allowing members to claim benefits from the age of 55 would not force employees to retire earlier. SSC acting executive director Ben Nangombe says the commission is currently…

Namibia recorded an estimated 4 205 new cancer cases and more than 2 000 cancer deaths in 2024, according to figures released by the Ministry of Health and Social Services. Deputy health minister Hambelelela Suzan Ndjaleka, speaking on behalf of…

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has called for responsible prescribing and monitoring of weight-loss and metabolic treatments amid growing public demand for medicines such as Ozempic and Mounjaro. Executive director Penda Ithindi, speaking on behalf of health minister…

This year’s World Cerebral Palsy Day highlights the different experiences and strengths of people with the condition. Cerebral palsy affects movement, balance and posture, but its impact varies widely from one person to another. Some can walk, while others need…

Boys should also receive the human papillomavirus vaccine to reduce transmission of the virus and protect them against HPV-related diseases, an expert says. Dr Cornelia Ndifon says human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination should not be viewed as applicable to girls only,…

Kavango West, Ohangwena and Omaheke recorded the highest fertility rates in 2023, with women in these three regions recording an average of more than five children. The Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) 2023 Population and Housing Census fertility report recorded a…

0Transgender woman Raun Strauss says Rehoboth’s first Pride event increased LGBTQI+ visibility while bringing essential health and support services closer to the community. The event, organised by MPower Community Trust in September, featured a Pride Village where participants could access…