President Hage Geingob Takes Leave Following Cancer Diagnosis

President Hage Geingob is set to temporarily step back from official responsibilities following a diagnosis of cancerous cells. Recent medical examinations have confirmed the existence of cancerous cells in his body. Concurrently, the BBC has disclosed the utilization of a novel and less toxic drug treatment, blinatumomab or blina, in the treatment of children with cancer. Dr. Annelle Zietsman, a local healthcare professional, has been approached for her insights into this groundbreaking treatment.

19 February, 2026

Namibia

Analab expands workforce with inauguration of new laboratory

By: Selma Taapopi Analytical Laboratory Services has expanded its operations and now employs approximately 34 staff members, about 60 percent of whom are young people, marking significant growth from the four staff employed when it was established in 1997. The increase in staff follows the inauguration of a new laboratory in Windhoek on Wednesday, which will complement […]

19 February, 2026