Despite Namibia having made considerable efforts to control the spread of HIV, the low decrease in new infection rates and deaths associated with an advanced pandemic is still a major concern.

Namibia has a widespread HIV epidemic, with an estimated prevalence of 12% in adults. 

14% of people with HIV in Namibia are unaware of their status, with men significantly higher at 20%.

An unknown HIV status delays the initiation of treatment and continues blind transmission among communities.

According to the HIV Risk Hotspot Mapping and key population size report by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, approximately 4500 new HIV infections are recorded each year.

HIV patients are advised to adhere to treatment to totally suppress the virus while prevention efforts are a must.