Health Research & Policy: The Thanzi Programme’s new TLYCS-funded grant will expand health systems research and capacity-building across Namibia and Zambia, aiming to strengthen universal health coverage and health financing decisions. Medicine Regulation: Namibia’s Ministry of Health removed Fransina Nambahu as registrar of medicines at the NMRC and appointed Frieda Shiweda from 1 June, with claims of deeper reasons tied to medicine quality approvals. Malaria Focus: Zambezi Region is flagged as Namibia’s malaria epicentre, with leaders urging early testing and treatment, treated nets, indoor spraying, and better adherence to prevention and protocols. Workplace Safety & Mental Health: Namibia marked World Day for Safety and Health at Work, highlighting psychosocial risks in workplaces and new mining-sector procedures to better prevent and respond to TB, HIV and occupational lung disease. Public Health Emergency Watch: SADC countries including Angola and Zambia are listed among those at risk of Ebola exposure as the DRC outbreak spreads, with calls for rapid detection and barrier measures. Road Safety (Injury Risk): A safari crash near Sesriem killed a Brazilian tourist and sent other passengers to Welwitschia Private Hospital; police continue investigations. Budget & Service Delivery: The 2026/27 national budget has become law, with health and social services receiving major funding—raising the stakes for implementation and accountability.