Dr Ishmael Katjitae, Physician Specialist from the Ministry of Health and Social Services said COVID-19 should not be underestimated as it collapsed well-developed countries’ health care systems. He also said those who tested positive with the virus can be stigmatised and therefore revealing their identities should be avoided. Namibia should learn from countries that have […]
The N$750 once-off grant given to people who have lost their means to an income as a result of COVID-19 has been well-received by Namibians from all walks of life. The realities of the new world order have seen livelihoods disturbed, cashflow disrupted and the COVID-19-related lockdown has literally prevented people from fending for themselves.
The Directorate of Health in the //Karas Region says all people who were in contact with the first known COVID-19 case in the region were traced and tested negative. Dr Davies Nkalamo, a Senior Medical Officer at the Keetmanshoop Hospital, says that the French national that first tested positive is in isolation.
Organisers of the annual Luderitz Crayfish Festival announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic the popular event, which is attended by huge crowds, has been postponed until next year. According to Luderitz Mayor, Brigitte Fredericks, the decision to cancel this year’s festival is in full compliance with the state of emergency regulations.
Chief executive officer (CEO) of the City of Windhoek (CoW), Robert Kahimise said local authorities, especially the City of Windhoek, have been hard hit by COVID-19. Among others, the council’s cash flow has been compromised and the municipality has, therefore, decided to open cash halls for three days, especially for water tokens. Kahimise highlighted that […]
Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Sebastian Ndeitunga said long distances between some border posts and checkpoints are part of the challenges the security cluster is facing to enforce the lockdown regulations. He made the remarks on Monday during a media briefing to update the public on the law enforcement preparedness for the lockdown […]
