The Ministry of Health and Social Services says no patient suffered any physical harm due to a delay in the exchange of shifts at the Mariental District Hospital last night.

Namibia's infant mortality rate declined by just over 3% over the past two years.

This was revealed by the Ministry of Health and Social Services' Executive Director Ben Nangombe.

Namibia is currently facing a significant rise in malaria cases, with over 5,000 reported between December 2024 and January 2025, resulting in 28 deaths.

The outbreak is particularly severe in the northern regions, with districts like Eenhana, Okongo, and Engela being the most affected.

Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), Ben Nangombe, has said Namibia is closely monitoring the outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China and called on the public to remain calm.

The Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, has emphasised the importance of prioritising the health and safety of mine workers in the country.

Namibia is still among the countries that are committed to ending AIDS by 2030.

The Southern African Development Community's Ministers of Health (SADC) held a virtual meeting on Wednesday to discuss the status of monkey pox in the region.

The meeting wanted to evaluate the epidemiological outlook of Mpox and assess its impact on public health across member states. 

Health professionals in both private and public hospitals have been advised to focus on delivering high-quality healthcare and treat patients with compassion.

The Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, says mechanisms are in place to detect and maintain if Mpox hits our shores.

The Africa Centre for Disease Control has declared the ongoing Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security.

The Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services says that as part of the ministry's effort to strengthen the public health system, they have taken a decision to set up intensive care units in district hospitals countrywide.