Repatriation & Health Screening: Fourteen Namibians returned from South Africa amid anti-foreigner tensions, with emergency travel certificates and health screening at Ariamsvlei before being processed to Khomas, Otjozondjupa, Omusati and Oshana. Public Health & Service Use: Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate urged officials to use upgraded state facilities, citing renovations and new power backup at Gobabis District Hospital and improvements at Epako and Eiseb clinics. Food Security & Nutrition: Brazil pledged N$1.9m to WFP to strengthen Namibia’s food systems, including school meal support and soup kitchens for pregnant/breastfeeding women, TB patients and people living with HIV. Animal Health at Borders: Namibia maintains strict foot-and-mouth disease controls as South Africa faces outbreaks, including tyre and shoe disinfection and rules for dairy/meat imports. Care Workforce Under Pressure: The welfare ministry warned social workers are under mounting strain from child abuse and neglect cases, citing secondary trauma and burnout, and pointing to debriefing and wellness support. Access to Care in the Regions: Zambezi’s health director called for extra resources due to malaria burden and difficult floodplain transport; Otjozondjupa also handed Kalkfeld Clinic a new ambulance. Health System Accountability: The ministry launched an investigation into claims of medical negligence after a boy’s arm was amputated following treatment at Otjiwarongo State Hospital. Community Health Support: NamPort’s social investment fund delivered an ambulance to Kalkfeld Clinic to improve emergency response and referrals.