The World Health Organisation (WHO) has made strides towards developing sustainable self-reliance in the production of medicines on the African continent. These sentiments were shared by Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus, who said that with the challenge of non-availability of essential drugs, compounded by drastic disruptions in the global health landscape, it’s clear that expanding national and […]
The Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI), an alliance of the World Health Organisation, has announced that it is giving out a US$1.2 billion subsidy, a milestone payment towards African commercial vaccine manufacturers. GAVI’s Chief Executive Officer, Sania Nishter, further disclosed, on the sidelines of the ongoing 75th session of the WHO’s Africa Regional […]
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has bestowed honours as officers of the Order of the Eagle of Zambia on WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus and Africa’s CDC Head Jean Kaseya. The President of Zambia has recognised their dedication to diligently reforming the health sector. The Zambian head of state acknowledged the achievements made by the first African […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has announced that the new 120-bed maternity facility at the Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital is almost complete. The facility will feature first-stage and second-stage rooms, a spacious reception area, a procedure room and a gynaecology theatre. The theatre within the maternity section will reduce congestion at the hospital’s main […]
Strengthening primary health care is crucial to ensure early detection of illnesses and timely access to treatment. These were the remarks of the Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Service, Penda Ithindi, during the handover of medical equipment and supplies by the National Assembly. Receiving the donation, Executive Director Penda Ithindi said […]
Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge met with the management of the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital to discuss challenges the hospital faces in delivering high-quality health services. As the region strives to commit to and promote health in the region and beyond, there are ups and downs that hinder the delivery of health services to the community. These […]
Community members in the Oshana Region responded to the just-ended HPV vaccination campaign with mixed feelings. HPV refers to the human papillomavirus that causes cervical cancer, which has become prevalent among women. The campaign aimed to raise awareness and vaccinate girls aged 9 to 14. The HPV vaccination campaign started on the 4th of August […]
The Director of Pharmaceutical Services in the Health Ministry, Naita Nghishekwa, says the newly launched Namibia Essential Clinical Supplies list is a technical reference tool designed to align procurement, supply chain operations and facility-level management. The list, in a catalogue form, has integrated standardised specifications, images, and usage descriptions, ensuring that all stakeholders throughout the […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) intends to save millions through its newly launched Namibia Essential Clinical Supplies List. On average, the ministry is said to spend about N$250 million on clinical supplies annually, and they are hoping to reduce the amount, hence the catalogue’s review. The old list comprised 534 items. 65 […]
The Omusati Eye Surgical Campaign by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, led by ophthalmologist Helena Ndume, restored sight to 360 elderly at Oshikuku. The week-long eye surgical campaign restores patients’ vision by removing cataracts, which is a clouding condition on the eye that causes reversible loss of vision. The eye cataract removal campaign, […]
