ORAL HYGIENISTS NOW ALLOWED TO PRACTICE INDEPENDENTLY

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A new regulation published in the Government Gazette now allows oral hygienists to operate independently from dentists. Previously, oral hygienists were required to practice under the supervision of a dentist.

PM NGURARE INAUGURATES PSEMAS GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE

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Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare inaugurated the new governance committee for the Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS).

Dr. Ngurare emphasised the government’s commitment to improving the management of the scheme and enhancing healthcare services for public service employees.

WINDHOEK MOTORISTS DECRY POOR ROAD CONDITIONS

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Motorists in Windhoek have expressed their frustrations over poor road conditions resulting into high costs of vehicle maintenance and repairs caused by potholes since the last rainy season.

They are frustrated by frequent repairs and higher maintenance costs of their vehicles.

Civil servants to get five percent pay rise

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Civil servants will receive a salary increment of five per cent come 1st April.

This follows a signing agreement between the government, the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Namibia National Teachers' Union (NANTU).

The agreement covers two financial years, 2026/27 and 2027/28.