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Street vendor shot dead by taxi driver in Windhoek
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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A taxi driver shot and killed a street vendor at the Okarundu four-way, also known as the Otjikaendu four-way in Windhoek last night. According to eyewitnesses, the victim and two other men were looking for a taxi when an altercation broke out...
Namibian athletes set for gruelling challenge in Tokyo
New Era
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The 2025 World Athletics championships officially begin in Tokyo tomorrow, launching nine days of intense competition across the full spectrum of track and field events. The championships will be from 13 to 21 September, and among the key events...
18 Babies Survived Neonatal Intensive Care in Rundu Hospital
Villager
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September 12, 2025
By: Annakleta Haikera The Rundu Intermediate Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) on Wednesday celebrated the survival of 18 babies who were born prematurely and overcame life-threatening challenges in the Kavango East Region. The event...
‘Investigate the Central Medical Stores’ – Dr Ndume
Windhoek Observer
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Allexer Namundjembo Renowned ophthalmologist Helena Ndume has called for investigations into the Central Medical Store (CMS), saying inefficiencies and corruption are blocking access to essential medicines. She made the call at Onandjokwe Hospital...
YOUNG OBSERVER | Editorial: Why Young Voices Matter in Building Namibia’s Future
Windhoek Observer
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On 26 August 2025, Namibia commemorated Heroes Day for the 35th time since independence. That day is a stark reminder of the path we have taken to be the bouncing democracy we are today and further, of the contribution made by young people towards...
Health Ministry: HIV vaccine not yet approved in Namibia
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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The Ministry of Health and Social Services says Namibia has not yet approved the use of lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable medication for prevention and treatment of HIV, due to its high global market price. Ministry spokesperson Walters...
Drug shortages affect both public and private pharmacies – Luvindao
Namibian Sun
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September 12, 2025
Health minister Esperance Luvindao has dismissed claims that life-saving drugs are widely available in Namibia despite shortages at public hospitals, warning that both state and pr... If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing,...
Namibian Development Team In Need Of Funds For Championships In SA
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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A team of 36 young Namibian athletes from disadvantaged backgrounds is urgently seeking financial assistance. Many of the athletes, who are from the Ohangwena region, need funds for accommodation at the upcoming NWU Top 30 Championships in South...
Health ministry tender reform sparks debate over job losses
The Namibian
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September 10, 2025
The Namibia Local Business Association (Naloba) warns that the Ministry of Health and Social Services’decision to stop using middlemen companies to procure medicine could cause job losses and shrink tax contributions. Naloba, a breakaway group...
Health Minister says medicine shortages are a problem of the past
Informante
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September 10, 2025
Staff Reporter THE Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, has said that the health ministry has started engaging directly with manufacturers to supply medicines, resulting in the ministry saving over N$200 million and ensuring...
Minister Luvindao highlights alarming suicide toll, urges action to change Namibia’s narrative
The Namibian
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September 11, 2025
Minister of health and social services Esperance Luvindao yesterday said 112 Namibians, including four children, have taken their lives between April and August this year. Speaking at a World Suicide Prevention Day event in Windhoek yesterday,...
Kornelia Shilunga urges Namibians to reject proxy roles in oil and gas
The Namibian
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September 11, 2025
Presidential oil adviser Kornelia Shilunga has urged Namibians to reject being used as proxies or tokens in the oil and gas sector. Speaking at a regional local content consultation held at Outapi yesterday, Shilunga warned against “fronting” to...
Catholic Women in Namibia Lauded for Boosting Government Efforts towards Child Care
ACI Africa
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September 11, 2025
The Namibian government official said that when NCWM members address gender-based violence, they are giving effect to the country’s laws and policies while also restoring dignity to families. “When you train women and men in practical skills, you...
Lawyer to sue Namibian Police for N$3 million over Usakos assault
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Lawyer Karel !Gaeb of Sisa Namandje Inc. has informed NBC News that he will institute legal action against the Namibian Police and three officers accused of assaulting 44-year-old Melvin ||Areseb in Usakos. !Gaeb, who is representing ||Areseb on a...
Burn injuries a concerning public health issue
Informante
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September 11, 2025
Maria David BURN injuries continue to pose a significant public health challenge in Namibia, according to Dr Caridad Lopez San Luis, a plastic surgeon at Medipark Ongwediva. Dr Lopez San Luis made the remarks during the launch of the burn wound...
Coaching Clinics Feature In Sport Awards Lineup
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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The Namibia Annual Sport Awards are back, and this year, they're not just about honoring athletes. The Namibia Sport Commission is adding a series of coaching clinics to the schedule, aiming to improve the skills and knowledge of coaches...
GH must impact lives of Namibians …PM calls on green hydrogen conference to turn words into action
New Era
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For Namibia, green industrialisation is a pathway to dignity, jobs, and empowerment for communities. It is a catalyst to breaking the cycle of exporting raw materials and import-dependency. This was the sentiment expressed yesterday by Natangue...
Namibian Swimming Coach Attends Global Coaching Event
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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A recent event brought together top-tier coaches from around the world to share their knowledge on advanced training techniques, stroke development, athlete psychology, and long-term swimmer progression. Namibian coach Diego Kahlari was in...
OBSERVER DAILY | An inconvenient truth: Namibia’s silent suicide crisis
Windhoek Observer
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Namibia is facing an inconvenient truth, one we have been too timid to confront head-on: suicide is claiming lives at an alarming rate. Among those who have chosen this tragic path are not only men and women buckling under social and economic...
Experts Launch a Climate and Health Curriculum for African Negotiators Ahead of COP30
Inter Press Service
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September 11, 2025
Africa, Climate Action, Climate Change, Climate Change Finance, COP30, Development & Aid, Editors' Choice, Featured, Headlines, Health, Human Rights, Sustainable Development Goals, TerraViva United Nations, Women's Health Health Delegates at the...