Namibia is currently facing a significant rise in malaria cases, with over 5,000 reported between December 2024 and January 2025, resulting in 28 deaths.

The outbreak is particularly severe in the northern regions, with districts like Eenhana, Okongo, and Engela being the most affected.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services attributes the increase to both local transmission and imported cases, especially from neighbouring countries like Angola.

Zaphia Basson spoke to Ben Nangombe, Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services.