Rural Health Staffing: Health and Social Services Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao says Namibia can’t keep expanding rural services if health professionals won’t take postings, urging UNAM to train future staff for real rural needs. Primary Care Access: The N$21.7m Onamafila Primary Health Care Clinic opened in Ohangwena, bringing services closer to residents of 24 villages and stressing patient dignity and better customer service. Medicine Supply Pressure: In the //Kharas region, the Aus government clinic is battling chronic medicine shortages and lacks an ambulance, leaving patients with chronic conditions struggling to afford private alternatives. Health Supply Chain Boost: MoHSS and the Central Procurement Board signed an N$178m contract to build a new Central Medical Store and refurbish the warehouse to fix storage capacity gaps and improve medicine handling. Health Training Partnerships: UNAM and the Ministry signed an MoU to strengthen health professional training and applied sciences cooperation, with a clear focus on improving coverage beyond towns. Road Safety & Health: A B2 crash near Usakos/Arandis killed one truck driver and seriously injured another, with the injured transferred to Windhoek State Hospital. Trade With Health Implications: India and SACU signed terms of reference for a preferential trade deal, with Namibia named among SACU members and pharmaceuticals listed among key negotiation areas. Blue Economy: Namibia’s blue economy push highlights healthier oceans and livelihoods, including local initiatives that reduce bycatch and support coastal communities.