Heroism is often associated with political good deeds, but for Paramedic Ndapewa Mathews, it is about putting the needs of others before hers.

One person died, while two others were seriously injured in two separate accidents that occurred within minutes of each other on Windhoek’s Western Bypass early this morning.

The incidents occurred on the B1 road near Pioneers Park.

A Namibian non-profit organisation, Emergency and Medical Assistance (EMA), has joined the European Emergency Number Association (EENA), a global organisation dedicated to advancing emergency communications.

Firefighters across the country commemorated International Firefighters Day in Katima Mulilo on Thursday.

Three people died in a car accident on Friday along the Omitara-Otjinene road.

They have been identified as Tjeripo Tjeripo, Vandjeka Kutuouvi; and Vezemboua Hiuii.

The deceased were travelling in a minibus that had 15 occupants and was en route from Windhoek to Otjinene.

A vehicle caught fire just a few meters from the Otjiwarongo roadblock earlier today.

According to information gathered by the NBC crew en route to a sports assignment, the vehicle burst into flames while in motion. The driver managed to escape the rapidly spreading fire and was not injured.

The Okahandja Municipality was presented with a new fire station during a ceremony held at the facility, signifying advancement in enhancing the emergency response capabilities within the town.

After years of struggling to reach patients in emergencies, nurses at Mpora Clinic in Kavango West Region can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

The clinic has received a new ambulance, bringing hope to healthcare workers and nearby communities.

A lack of well-equipped ambulances in the Kavango East Region compromises timely medical assistance to patients in remote areas. 

This was shared by the Chief Medical Officer at the Rundu Intermediate Hospital, Dr. Medson Chibwe, with members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health.

The Namibian Police Force is advising the public to exercise extreme caution when making fires at home or handling flammable products. 

This warning comes in response to a rise in fire incidents reported in recent months.