The late former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba has devoted her life to serving others through healthcare, community development and the empowerment of women and children.
Born on 16 June 1948 in the Ohangwena Region, Penehupifo Pohamba, affectionately known as Penny, dedicated her life to serving others.
Zambia's cholera cases have risen to 966, with 25 deaths recorded since the outbreak was recently declared.
The Africa Center for Disease Control is partnering with the Zambian government in mitigating the epidemic.
The International University of Management (IUM) is strengthening its medical education partnership with the University of Zimbabwe to help address Namibia's shortage of specialist doctors.
More than 100,000 mental-health service contacts were recorded in Namibia in the 2024/2025 reporting period, while the suicide rate across the country remained above the estimated African regional average.
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama said his government rejected a proposed US health compact "in record time", calling some of its conditions "humiliating" and raising concerns over medical data and Ghana's control over imported health products.
The commemoration of World Patient Safety Day held at the Windhoek Central Hospital Chapel brought together healthcare professionals to reflect on promoting safe, effective, person-centred and compassionate care.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is assessing the need for additional maternal shelters in areas where expectant mothers travel long distances and wait near health facilities before giving birth.
Critical child healthcare in Namibia has received a major boost after the Windhoek Central Hospital Paediatric ICU received monitoring equipment worth N$500,000, donated by the Bank of Namibia and First National Bank Namibia.
A nurse from the United Kingdom, Amigol Pradeep, scooped the 2026 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award.
Held in India, the award celebrates nurses who are advancing the profession and creating meaningful change.
Residents of Iingapanda Village in the Omusati Region are still waiting for approval to build a community clinic, despite securing funding and completing the required documentation.
