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Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Hon. Suzan Ndjaleka

Namibia calls for stronger action to protect young people from tobacco and nicotine harm

The Ministry of Health and Social Services, in collaboration with the…
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Andre Hansen

Quitting tobacco restores hope and renews life

Windhoek—At 13 years old, Andre Hansen thought smoking was simply…
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Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Esperance Luvindao

Namibia Reaffirms Commitment to End Malaria at World Malaria Day Commemoration

Ruacana, Omusati Region – Namibia used the commemoration of World…
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UNICEF Representative, Mr Sam Ocran, Ambassador of Japan to Namibia is His Excellency Mr. Shinichi Asazuma, Executive Director, Mr Penda Ithindi, United Nations Resident Coordinator Ms Hopelang Phororo, WHO Representative, Dr Richard Banda and Deputy Executive Director, Dr Alfons Amoomo

Japan-funded projects strengthen health security, malaria prevention and cancer care in Namibia

The Republic of Namibia, through the Ministry of Health and Social…
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Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Hon. Suzan Ndjaleka

Africa Tobacco Control Partners Meet in Windhoek to Accelerate Action Against Tobacco Harm

Tobacco control leaders, government representatives, civil society…
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Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Hon Hambeleleni Ndjaleka

Namibia Commemorates World Health Day 2026: Standing with Science for Better Health

Namibia joined the global community in commemorating World Health Day…
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Spraying team

Tackling the malaria surge: Namibia steps up response with WHO support

Namibia is stepping up its fight against malaria following a sharp…
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Stakeholders at the revision of the National Policy on Mental Health

Namibia aims to reform Mental Health policy and legislation

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), with technical…
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Dr Richard Banda, WHO Representative

Ending TB: A shared responsibility

Namibia joined the global community in commemorating World…
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Hon. Dr Esperance Luvindao, Minister of Health and Social Services

Namibia launches National Digital Health Policy to advance equitable, people-centred healthcare

Namibia has launched its National Digital Health Policy (2026–2036),…
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