Maternal Health: Namibia is training health workers nationwide on postpartum haemorrhage and obstetric emergencies using the WHO E-MOTIVE bundle, after a review found 54% of maternal deaths were preventable with better clinical care. HIV Funding Transition: The US plans to phase out $45m direct HIV funding for Namibia in 2027, shifting to technical support as Namibia reports strong testing, treatment and viral suppression figures. Disability Services: Vice President Lucia Witbooi launched new guidelines and a digital medical assessment programme to speed up and standardise disability evaluations for social protection access. Tobacco & Vaping Controls: Namibia is consulting on amendments to the Tobacco Products Control Act to test, control or ban non-conventional nicotine products, with tougher penalties for retailers and businesses. Emergency Care Partnership: The Ministry of Health and the MVA Fund signed an MoU to strengthen ambulance services and trauma care support in Windhoek. Rabies Alert (Seals): Scientists report an unusual rabies outbreak among seals in the Benguela ecosystem, warning people not to touch sick or dead animals. Fisheries & Ocean Health: Fisheries stakeholders are pushing for ocean ecosystem data (including biodiversity and chemistry) to be considered when setting Namibia’s Total Allowable Catch. Youth Mental Health: A parliamentarian says the Mental Health Bill should expand access via trained mental health nurses and social workers at primary level, plus school-based support. Road Safety: Oshikoto mourns a fatal head-on crash that killed four family members, urging stricter adherence to road rules.