Workplace health in mining: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged fast-tracking Namibia’s Occupational Health and Safety Bill and called on mining firms to set up post-retirement medical schemes for occupational diseases and injuries that can surface years later, including for small-scale miners. Social protection push: Labour and social development minister Wise Immanuel, speaking for the President at an AU meeting in Windhoek, said social protection must be treated as a right and expanded to cover informal workers and vulnerable groups to cut poverty and create decent jobs. Breastfeeding support at work: Namibia marked World Breastfeeding Week with calls for breastfeeding-friendly workplace policies—maternity leave, dedicated corners and flexible hours—after SMART Nutrition Survey data showed only 49% of babies (0–5 months) are exclusively breastfed. Cervical cancer prevention: The Cancer Association of Namibia used National Cancer Awareness Week to spotlight HPV vaccination and regular screening, warning cervical cancer remains a major, largely preventable killer of women. Road safety and injuries: Reports linked recent Western Bypass and truck crashes to dangerous road conditions and driver factors, with fatalities and serious injuries prompting renewed calls for upgrades and safer driving. Mental health care boost: Capricorn Foundation donated 75 mattresses to Windhoek Central Hospital’s mental health unit to improve patient comfort and recovery. Health workforce training: Khomas Regional Council sent 12 Namibian medical specialists for a China fellowship to strengthen clinical skills and improve public health services. Cybersecurity and health data risk: INTERPOL warned AI is accelerating cybercrime across Africa, raising concerns for sectors including healthcare that rely on digital systems.