Namibia to Transition to HPV DNA Testing in New Cancer Control Plan

Namibia to Transition to HPV DNA Testing in New Cancer Control Plan

The Health ministry, along with the Cancer Association of Namibia and WHO, is finalizing a new National Cancer Control Plan. The plan includes transitioning from the visual inspection HPV test to HPV DNA testing for cervical cancer. This change will target women aged 25 and 30 and those living with HIV, as noted by Executive Director Ben Nangombe.

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Namibia

Periodic Magistrate’s Court to Open in Omuthiya by October

A periodic magistrate’s court will open in Omuthiya, the Oshikoto regional capital, by the end of October this year. The initiative aims to reduce the case load on the Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court, where over 67% of cases come from Omuthiya. Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court chief legal clerk, Christian Shafudah, mentioned that 45 to 60 inmates from Omuthiya appear in Ondangwa daily. The new court will address cases locally, cutting travel and […]

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South Africa

South Africa’s AfriForum calls for an integrated, community-focused approach to prevent water crises

South Africa's AfriForum calls for an integrated, community-focused approach to prevent water crises. The organisation's head of environmental affairs Lambert de Klerk has acknowledged Water and Sanitation minister Pemmy Majodina’s stance on municipal responsibilities, but emphasises the department's crucial role. He advocates for stronger coordination between national, provincial, and local authorities to ensure effective water service delivery across South Africa:

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World

Hurricane hits US coastline

A major tropical storm has made landfall in Florida — already causing deaths and catastrophic flooding. It's expected to bring "life-threatening" surges and record rainfall in coming days, as Benji Hyer reports.

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APO International

Investing for impact: Latest on Kenya’s Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Development Impact Bond

At a government-run dispensary located in Nairobi’s Kware informal settlement, 26-year-old nurse Steven Ngang’a attends to young mothers holding their babies. The girls, all aged between 15-19 years are here to access family planning and HIV services, after enrolling on Tiko, a digital platform that connects adolescents to youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services. “On our busiest days, we serve up to 270 girls. Today we have served 150 girls, […]

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Health / Medical

National cancer awareness week focuses on patient needs

The first week of August marks Cancer Awareness Week, running from 5 August to 9 August 2024. This year, the Cancer Association of Namibia is championing the campaign "Nothing about us, without us," emphasizing solidarity with cancer patients. Throughout this week, the Association will highlight the importance of understanding and addressing the needs of Namibians living with cancer. The campaign underscores the necessity of involving patients in conversations and decisions […]

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World

Bangladesh Prime Minister resigns and flees amidst unrest

Bangladesh's long-serving Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amidst escalating unrest. Reports indicate that Hasina has sought refuge in India as thousands of demonstrators advanced towards her official residence. Neha Poonia has more. The situation remains fluid, with uncertainty surrounding the immediate future of Bangladesh's leadership. The Army chief is scheduled to address the nation later today, with plans for forming an interim government. […]

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Africa

Zimbabweans protest 50% passport fee increase

Over 1,100 people have signed a petition urging the Zimbabwean government to reconsider a nearly 50% increase in passport fees. Bloomberg Africa reports that the Zimbabwean consulate in Johannesburg on 26 July announced that the price of a passport would rise from $170 (about N$ 3 100) to $250 (about N$ 4 540), with the Zimbabwe Community in South Africa arguing that the new cost is unaffordable for many Zimbabweans.

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Namibia

Former LPM MP Henny Seibeb embraces Swapo, underline’s ruling party’s stability

Former deputy leader of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) and member of Parliament, Henny Seibeb, has officially rejoined the Swapo Party. Seibeb, who was introduced to party members in his hometown of Khorixas, had recently left the LPM after the party moved to expel him from parliament. Seibeb told Future Media news about his confidence in the Swapo Party, describing it as a stable and structured organisation. “It’s a stable […]

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