AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegional Diagnostics: Keetmanshoop District Hospital’s new CT scanner is operating, reducing the need for patients to travel to Windhoek; 415 people from ǁKharas were referred there for scans in one year. The service could also benefit Hardap residents. Health Workforce: The Health Ministry has halted most new recruitment until April 2027 after hiring about 1,770 staff this financial year, including 1,320 nurses. Vacancies caused by retirement and other natural attrition will still be filled. Child Health and Medicines: UNICEF Representative Samuel Ocran is leaving Namibia after three years. Health Minister Esperance Luvindao credited his support for child health and pharmaceutical-system reform. Cancer Care: CRAN donated medical supplies and toiletries worth N$47,523 to the State Oncology Ward. Mental Health: Namibia recorded more than 100,000 mental health service cases, underscoring demand for support. Cancer Awareness: NBC’s Pink Day initiative is promoting early screening and workplace health education.
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