Media houses had an opportunity to learn more about the Motor Vehicle Accidents Fund at a media workshop held in the capital on Friday.

The aim of the workshop was to help journalists gain a deeper understanding of the fund's operations.

The MVA Fund helps those involved in car accidents to get medical and financial assistance for the damage caused.

The Fund offers medical benefits of up to N$1.5 million, depending on the severity of the accident and injuries, and also caters for hospital and nursing bills. 

Grants for injury, loss of support or loss of income are awarded up to N$100 thousand. 

A funeral grant of N$7,000 is payable within 30 minutes after a claim is issued by close relatives and must be accompanied by statements from different family members. 

Additional benefits such as accommodation, daily allowance, and travel allowance are also covered by the MVA Fund, in the case of those required to travel for check-ups. 

Accidents can be reported to the MVA Fund's accident response number, 9682.