AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNew Private Hospital Plan: IUM founder David Namwandi says a 120-bed private hospital will be built near Ondangwa, opening mid-2027, with training links to the Ministry of Health. Fraud Alarm: A major Standard Bank fraud crisis is under the spotlight again, with victims describing rapid account drain and settlement offers tied to “silence.” Medicine Tender Fight: Katiti’s Afripharm is asking government to halt a N$1.3 billion state tender for mental health and chronic-condition medicines, warning it could deepen shortages while court battles drag on. Mental Health Under Pressure: The ministry admits security and staffing failures at Windhoek Central Mental Health Centre after a patient escaped and a fatal police shooting followed; nurses say they fear for their safety. Rural Funding Push: Namibia’s National Council wants more money and better consultation for rural development budgets. Health Workforce Spotlight: Monica Geingos has been appointed board chair of PMNCH, the world’s largest maternal and child health alliance. Beef Industry Resilience: Namibia’s beef sector says it still has access to lucrative markets despite climate and disease threats.
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