Namibia’s capacity to treat substance abuse remains limited, as the country currently has only one state rehabilitation facility serving all 14 regions.

Concerned by rising cases of substance abuse and school dropouts among boys, Augustineum High School, in collaboration with the organisation Vision Core, on Friday hosted a seminar aimed at empowering young men to make positive life choices.

The town of Rehoboth has come under scrutiny for drug use following the arrest of five individuals on drug-related charges. 

Among those arrested are Naomi Fisch and her boyfriend, Steven Schneiders. 

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a major concern in Namibia, with authorities expecting that the curve might move up during the festive season due to high alcohol and substance consumption.

The founder of the Gift of Life Foundation, Caroline Engelbrecht, has invited community leaders to work together with other stakeholders in the fight against the use of harmful substances.

Dr Engelbrecht made this call during the Women's Conference at Osona Village, Okahandja.

Challenges that obstruct the boy child education, such as dropping out of school, lack of support, use of harmful substances and mental health, have topped the agenda during the Boys to Men event held at Witvlei.

Twenty people have been arrested in the Omaheke Region since the start of this year for drug abuse.

Health and Social Services Minister Dr. Esperance Luvindao says the abuse of tobacco and alcohol remains a serious concern in Namibia, putting immense pressure on the country’s healthcare system.

The funeral of the six people who were brutally killed by their teenage relative on 5 April at Usakos sparked dialogue on substance abuse among the youth.

Men have the responsibility to care for their loved ones, offer consistent support, and instill love and positive values within their families.

This was the message from teachers to the members of the Men for Change Boys Club launched at Keetmanshoop.