The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) has decided to stop using procuring entities and will be sourcing medication directly from suppliers.

The Minister of Health and Social Services Esperance Luvindao announced the end of the cholera and malaria outbreak following a thorough epidemiological assessment and in accordance with World Health Organisation guidelines.

Health and Social Services Minister Dr. Esperance Luvindao has said that 95,729 cumulative malaria cases were recorded countrywide since the outbreak began in 2024.

The Katutura Youth Complex, constructed to boost recreational activity and social development, is now home to over 400 homeless people.

Health and Social Services Minister Dr. Esperance Luvindao says the abuse of tobacco and alcohol remains a serious concern in Namibia, putting immense pressure on the country’s healthcare system.

The Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, said the ministry is currently engaging with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the implementation of the arbitration award, which recognises medical interns as full employees, is carried out lawfully and sustainably.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has declared a cholera outbreak in Opuwo in the Kunene Region.

This follows the confirmation of six localised cases that affected one household. 

Preliminary results of two more suspected cases came back negative. 

The Minister of Health and Social Services has dismissed what she called misleading narratives about her turning a blind eye to the alleged illegal import of medicines into Namibia.

The Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, says misinformation about vaccines undermines public trust.

As the National Assembly resumed this afternoon, it was filled with concern and urgency as Swanu's Member of Parliament, Evilastus Kaaronda, raised questions.