insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Nutrition and Food Security Alliance Launches Nationwide Breastfeeding Survey The Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia (NAFSAN) is once again spearheading efforts to improve child nutrition with the launch of its latest breastfeeding survey. Building on last year’s focus on breastfeeding in the workplace and general workplace wellness, this year’s survey takes a broader look at breastfeeding experiences across Namibian society. Ben Shernick, Director of NAFSAN, explained that the survey aims to capture perspectives from both women […] today21 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Free Health Screenings Offered in Kuisebmond This Saturday 26 April, 2025 By Leonard Witbeen One Health Pharmacy, in collaboration with Dr. Charlie Ithete’s Medical Practice, is hosting a community-focused Health Awareness Day this coming Saturday, 26 April, in Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. The initiative is a response to the growing need for accessible healthcare in low-income communities and aims to provide free health screenings, medical referrals, and nutritional advice. The event will take place opposite Shop 4, near Shoprite, in the heart […] today25 April, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Texas measles outbreak spreads to vaccinated individuals A measles outbreak linked to unvaccinated children in West Texas is now spreading to vaccinated individuals. Local health officials say four people who have had their jabs, are among those infected. Toni Waterman has more. today20 February, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Last Blood Donation Clinics of the Year Set for December 14 The final Saturday clinics for the year will be held on tomorrow 14 December, in Windhoek, Walvis Bay, Okahandja, and Oshakati, with donations accepted from 08:00 to 15:00 at various locations. The Namibia Blood Transfusion Service encourages all healthy individuals aged 16 to 65 to donate, and in return, donors will receive a festive gift as a token of appreciation for their lifesaving contribution. NamBTS' Zita Tobin: today13 December, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Langer Heinrich Uranium Donates Ambulance to Omaruru District Hospital In a generous gesture to enhance healthcare access, Langer Heinrich Uranium has donated a fully equipped ambulance to the Omaruru District Hospital. Valued at N$800,000, the new ambulance will provide vital medical transport to remote communities in the Omaruru constituency, ensuring better access to urgent care. Managing Director Johan Roux expressed pride in the contribution, emphasizing its importance in supporting health services for the people of Omaruru and surrounding areas. today6 December, 2024
insert_link Local LANGER HEINRICH URANIUM DONATES NEW, FULLY FITTED AMBULANCE TO OMARURU DISTRICT HOSPITAL Omaruru residents now have better access to urgent medical care thanks to the donation of a new ambulance to the Omaruru District Hospital by Langer Heinrich Uranium. The fully fitted ambulance will serve the Omaruru constituency and is valued at approximately N$800,000.00. The donation was made at a special event on Wednesday, 4 December, at the Omaruru District Hospital, where Langer Heinrich Uranium’s Managing Director, Johan Roux, said the […] today6 December, 2024
insert_link Local Is it possible to impact a life? The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has reported that Namibia observes an upward trajectory of cancer cases from 3 700 to 4 300 on average new cases annually. Breast cancer cases remain the highest “life-threatening,” while prostate cancer is epidemiologically stated (per 100 000 population) as the top cancer in Namibia. Cervical cancer is third, while “modern or lifestyle” cancers like colorectal cancer and lung cancer increase. […] today24 July, 2024
insert_link Local Lace-up for Bank Windhoek’s Red Run The Bank Windhoek Red Run, previously known as the Bank Windhoek Relay, is shaping up to be a memorable, active, and thrilling experience. The event is a collaboration between the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek and is scheduled to take place on 10 August 2024 in Windhoek, starting at Zoo Park. Anticipating a day of high energy and physical activity, it will challenge participants to […] today23 July, 2024
