AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEssential Medicines Update: Namibia’s Ministry of Health says it has received and distributed 47 critical medicine and clinical supply line items (27 medicines, 20 clinical supplies) between 4–17 June, including multiple anti-cancer drugs, with more deliveries expected soon. Road Safety & Injuries: Weekend crashes across Omusati, //Kharas, Khomas, Hardap and Oshana left multiple deaths and injuries, including two police officers killed on the C-13 and a fatal crash in Katutura. Wellness & Trauma Support: The B.A.B.Y Book and Wellness Centre in Namibia is spotlighting healing from sexual abuse and trauma, urging more reporting and support for survivors, including boys. Food Security Through Gardening: Ongwediva launched a backyard gardening project for 80 residents, donated seeds and tools worth N$60,000, aiming to improve access to healthier food and build self-reliance. Public Health & Climate Risk: New research links global warming to longer, more intense heat stress, warning that humid heat can be especially dangerous for people. Youth & Community Health: Boys to Men calls for empowering girls and boys to reduce violence and social instability, while Oshana’s governor highlights health care infrastructure as a regional priority. Governance in Health Procurement: A Namibian think tank urges an in-depth investigation into healthcare procurement, calling it a persistent governance challenge.
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