Nursing Reform: Namibia’s Health Ministry has gazetted new nurse admission regulations under the Health Professions Act, tightening entry requirements after poor performance in last year’s national assessment where over 2,600 nursing and midwifery graduates failed. Youth Sexual & Reproductive Health: A Windhoek youth conference is pushing stronger, research-backed sexual and reproductive health education across the SADC region, with UNAM and the Health Ministry supporting the three-day programme. Disability Inclusion: Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge is championing the Revised National Policy on Disability (2025–2035), stressing that barriers for people with disabilities remain severe where gender, poverty and disability intersect. Rabies Alert: Scientists warn El Niño-driven weather shifts could worsen rabies risk as aggressive rabid seals spread, following detections in Cape fur seals and confirmed cases in South Africa and Namibia. Rural Health Gaps: The Health Ministry highlights unequal rural access, shortages of specialised staff, and infrastructure and equipment constraints as key hurdles to universal health coverage. Workplace Breastfeeding: Namibia’s employers’ federation backs breastfeeding-friendly workplaces but warns against one-size-fits-all rules for very small businesses and shift-based operations. HIV Milestone: Namibia is among 24 countries worldwide to reach UNAIDS 95-95-95 HIV targets, with strong viral suppression rates reported.