Expectant mothers at the Josua Hanyango Maternity Waiting Home in Okongo, Ohangwena Region have joined Namibians in mourning the death of former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, honouring her contribution to maternal healthcare in the country.

HIV prevalence among pregnant women has declined from 22% in 2002 to 14% last year.

This is according to the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) Executive Director, who welcomed the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator, Ambassador Dr. John Nkengasong, on a visit to the Katutura State Hospital.

Pregnant women at Okombahe settlement in Erongo's Daures Constituency are struggling to access maternal health services due to a lack of ambulances.