Migration Bill Consultations: Home Affairs Minister Lucia Iipumbu launched public consultations on a new Migration Bill in Oshakati, urging Namibians to shape the law so it balances sovereignty and security with lawful movement, investment, skills transfer and family unity. Workplace Well-being: The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations warned that poorly managed workplaces are driving stress and burnout, urging employers to build safer, more supportive environments ahead of World Day for Occupational Safety and Health. Medicine Shortages Pressure: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said medicine shortages in public hospitals are giving her “sleepless nights,” while doctors continue to report patients being turned away despite stock figures around 60%. Local Health Industry Boost: Nandi-Ndaitwah also toured Fabupharm, praising local manufacturing as a way to reduce reliance on imports. Public Safety Staffing: In Katima Mulilo, the deputy minister urged local authorities to hire trained firefighters, warning that untrained staff and poor equipment care are undermining emergency response. Gender Policy Update: Namibia says it is implementing its Third National Gender Equality and Equity Policy (2025–2035), launched in January 2026. Ebola Watch on Trade Routes: The Walvis Bay Corridor Group says transport along the corridor is operating normally for now, but stakeholders are urged to stay alert as the regional Ebola situation escalates.