There is a pressing need to mitigate the dangers associated with premature birth.

Between January and September 2023, the Windhoek Central Hospital Neonatal Unit admitted 620 pre-term newborns, including referrals from different parts of Namibia.

Of these figures, 76 premature newborns unfortunately died, with preterm birth being the primary cause.

54% of newborn deaths in Namibia are attributed to preterm birth and low birth weight.