Debt & mental health risk: A Katutura Intermediate Hospital cleaner told a parliamentary committee that low public-servant salaries push workers into exploitative microlending debt, worsening depression and even suicide risk, and urged grade changes plus compulsory financial literacy. Men’s mental health push: Namibia’s Health Ministry marked Men’s Health Awareness Month with a mental wellness session for male staff, stressing that seeking help is a sign of strength and calling for stigma-free support. Responsible gambling as public health: A Windhoek summit is underway to tackle gambling addiction using a prevention and multi-sector approach, with the Deputy Minister of Health calling for a dedicated task force. Child protection & WASH focus: On the Day of the African Child, leaders renewed calls for universal access to water, sanitation and hygiene, while the Gender ministry warned violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation remain major challenges. Labour pressure in health-adjacent services: Gobabis State Hospital nurses report long delays in overtime pay, adding financial strain amid staffing shortages. Workplace action: Furnmart staff are set to strike nationwide over salary increases and a proposed housing allowance. Community wellness event: Organisers launched the Nedbank Citi Dash in Windhoek, aiming to break the 5,000-entrant barrier and promote active living.