insert_link Health / Medical Urgent Call for Blood Donations by NamBTS The Blood Transfusion Service has issued an urgent appeal for blood donations, urging the public to come forward and help save lives. Frieda Vatileni-Asino from NAMBTS emphasized that regular donations are crucial to maintain sufficient blood supply for hospitals and patients in need. today20 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Men Dominate Suicide Statistics according to expert Men account for 82 percent of suicide cases, with 360 out of 437 reported between July 2024 and May 2025. Envaalde Matheus for NewsOnOne reports that women made up 65 cases, while 12 involved children. Clinical psychologist Gisela Kalipi says the high rate among men is linked to economic strain, mental health challenges, and social pressures. today3 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics SMEs, skills, and youth take centre stage at 15th Eenhana Expo The 15th Eenhana Annual Trade and Business Expo is currently underway in the Ohangwena Region. A new feature at this year’s event is a cooking training and competition designed to develop skills among small and medium enterprise (SME) owners. Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumua says the expo is focused on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, sport, arts, and health. The event aims to give local businesses and young people a platform to showcase […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia ranks 13th in Africa for colorectal cancer "Early detection is critical." WINDHOEK, 13 March – Colorectal cancer (CRC) is on the rise across Africa, with over 70,000 new cases and 46,000 deaths recorded in 2022. While Africa’s overall CRC rates remain below global averages, projections indicate a sharp increase by 2050. Southern Africa, including Namibia, has some of the highest CRC rates on the continent. According to Rolf Hansen, the CEO of the Cancer […] today13 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Psychologists connect traumatic brain injury to mental health problems Dr. Shaun Whittaker Psychologists have cautioned that traumatic brain injury can lead to different mental health challenges, including personality shifts, depression, and anxiety. These issues may result from brain damage, psychological trauma, or a combination of both, according to Windhoek-based psychologist Dr. Shaun Whittaker. Research by Howlett JR, Nelson LD, and Stein MB in Biological Psychiatry further supports this, explaining that TBI can cause a variety of […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Khomas Governor Urges Namibians to Honor Nujoma’s Legacy Khomas Regional Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has called on Namibians to honor the legacy of the late Founding Father, Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma, by prioritizing education and health. Reflecting on his contributions, she described him as a selfless leader dedicated to Namibia’s liberation and development. McLeod-Katjirua urged citizens to embody his spirit of service to preserve the freedoms he fought for. She emphasized that Nujoma’s unwavering dedication should serve as […] today15 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa SA Union Supports Health Minister on National Health Insurance Act Implementation South Africa's National Education, Health, and Allied Workers Union says it supports Health minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, in defending the full implementation of the National Health Insurance Act. This follows an article in the City Press, claiming that the ANC plans to table a compromise proposal at the first Cabinet lekgotla on implementing the NHI. This will allegedly be done to appease the partners in the government of national unity. Nehawu’s, […] today16 January, 2025
insert_link Environment Ecologist Weighs In On Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Session Namibia recently hosted the 11th Session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services in Windhoek. The session saw the launch of the Nexus Report, a groundbreaking assessment on the interconnections between biodiversity, water, food, and health. Ecologist Dr. Peter Cuningham: today19 December, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer, according to a major review of 28 years of research Keira Burton/Pexels By Sarah Loughran, University of Wollongong and Ken Karipidis, Monash University A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer. The review was commissioned by the World Health Organization and is published today in the journal Environment International. Mobile phones are often held against the head during use. And they emit radio waves, […] today4 September, 2024
