Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
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Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga
Uajokorisa Karuaihe, CEO of the One Economy Foundation, emphasizes that rising unemployment deepens young women's exposure to HIV and gender-based violence. She also stresses that these factors contribute to severe economic difficulties for young mothers. One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Selma Taapopi reports:
S.A's Department of Health in Limpopo urges residents to remain vigilant as malaria cases increase following recent rainfall. The department warns the wet conditions are ideal for breeding mosquitoes, which could lead to a spike in malaria infections. They are closely monitoring the situation and supporting affected communities. The department’s Neil Shikwambana urges people experiencing symptoms like fever and chills to seek medical attention promptly:
United Nations humanitarian agencies are warning of a region-wide health emergency following the outbreak of fighting in the city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. While UN agencies report "relative calm" on Wednesday, they say rebel M23 fighters are still in control of "a significant portion of the city". Jody Jacobs has an update from the United Nations in New York.
South Africa’s Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi announced that he will soon meet with Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to discuss the U.S. decision to freeze funds for the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The freeze is part of a review process to assess whether the funding aligns with former President Donald Trump’s foreign policy. PEPFAR contributes 17% to South Africa's 44.4-billion-rand budget dedicated to combating […]
A temporary power disruption occurred at the West wing of Windhoek Central Hospital on 24 January due to a malfunctioning secondary water storage tank. Ben Nangome is the Health ministry's Executive Director, he says the overflow was caused by water that seeped into an electricity distribution box, triggering a short circuit. Technicians from the Ministry of Health, Works, and City of Windhoek quickly restored power to critical areas like […]
Palliative Care Namibia, a division of the Cancer Association, has introduced the Palliative Care Fund to enhance access to hospice and palliative care for financially vulnerable citizens. Rolf Hansen, the CEO of CAN and Palliative Care Namibia says this is aligned with CAN’s Patient Financial Assistance Programme adding that the fund aims to support those in critical need of end-of-life care, covering expenses such as medication and nursing services.
The Cancer Association is urging the public and corporate community to support the newly launched Palliative Care Namibia Fund to assist financially vulnerable state patients. From 1 March 2025, the fund will enable state patients to access ward care at House Zietsman, which currently accommodates private patients. The facility aims to provide care for up to nine terminally ill patients, ensuring the same quality of care as private patients. […]
Malaria has killed 28 people in Namibia since January 19, 2025 The health ministry says 840 others were admitted to hospitals. During the same period, the ministry confirmed 5,898 malaria cases. Health ministry executive director Ben Nangombe said malaria outbreaks exist in 20 of 26 malaria-endemic districts. Half of Namibia's population lives in malaria-endemic areas such as the Kavango, Kunene, Ohangwena, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, Omusati, and Zambezi regions. According […]
As we enter the new year, many feel exhausted and financially strained, with January often feeling overwhelming. Psychological counsellor Marcella Katjijova offers insights on managing these emotions through self-reflection, helping to set a healthier, more balanced path for the year ahead.
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