Despite Namibia having made considerable efforts to control the spread of HIV, the low decrease in new infection rates and deaths associated with an advanced pandemic is still a major concern.

Namibia has a widespread HIV epidemic, with an estimated prevalence of 12% in adults. 

14% of people with HIV in Namibia are unaware of their status, with men significantly higher at 20%.

An unknown HIV status delays the initiation of treatment and continues blind transmission among communities.