The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) has reported 11 malaria-related deaths following an outbreak in some parts of the country.

These are from 604 hospital admissions.

The ministry announced an increase in new cases in most malaria-endemic regions over the past four weeks.

As of late last month, the country reported 8,760 malaria cases from week one to week four in comparison to last year's 5,229 cases.

The ministry detected 20 health districts that have surpassed the epidemic threshold and are experiencing a malaria outbreak.

The majority of the patients were reported from Katima Mulilo District, accounting for 17%, followed by Outapi District with 15%.

Namibia experiences seasonal malaria transmission from December to late April.

The ministry warns that cases are expected to increase during this time due to the high rainfall.

Namibians and travellers to the north and northeastern parts of the country are urged to take precautionary measures to prevent malaria infection.

The ministry will continue to provide indoor residual spraying and provide insecticide-treated mosquito nets to affected areas.

For personal protection, communities are advised to use insect repellents and mosquito nets and wear long-sleeved clothing.

They are also urged to clear stagnant water and ensure a clean environment around the homes to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.