SA’s Border Management Authority implements preparedness plan for Mpox

South Africa’s Border Management Authority commissioner, Michael Masiapato has announced that the authority’s port health officials have developed an outbreak preparedness plan that outlines the response in dealing with Mpox. Spokesperson, Mmemme Mogotsi says 13 cases have been confirmed by the Department of Health.

Written by: Tonata Kadhila

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Biosafety Act of 2006 requires review and modernisation says Aupindi

By: Selma Taapopi Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Tobie Aupindi, says the Biosafety Act of 2006 (Act No. 7 of 2006) and its subsequent regulations have served Namibia well over the years. He however noted that rapid scientific advancements have exposed the need to review and […]

24 February, 2026