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Maternal health: Namibia found major care gaps in 80% of fatal maternal cases, with delays in spotting danger signs and weak referral contributing to preventable deaths—especially in Omaheke and Zambezi. Obstetric training: Safe-Birth Africa launched a 3-day national training (7–9 Sept) to strengthen health workers’ response to postpartum haemorrhage using the WHO E-MOTIVE bundle, after a confidential review said 54% of maternal deaths reviewed were preventable. Disability support: Vice President Lucia Witbooi rolled out new guidelines and a digital medical assessment programme to fix delays and inconsistent criteria in disability assessments, aiming for fairer, faster access to social protection. HIV funding risk: The US plans to phase out about US$45m for Namibia’s HIV response after a data-sharing dispute, putting over 29,000 people at risk of losing key services. Rabies alert: Scientists warn of an unusual rabies outbreak among Cape fur seals along the Benguela Current, urging people not to touch or approach sick or dead seals. Malaria update: Namibia reported 122 deaths and 122,612 cases this year as the 2026 indoor spraying campaign prepares to cover 1.2 million households. Emergency care: The MHSS and the MVA Fund signed an MoU to strengthen ambulance services and trauma care for crash victims in Windhoek. Nursing recognition: Namibian nurse Josephine Angula was named among the top 10 finalists for the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026. Road safety: A Rundu delivery tragedy is under investigation after a premature baby allegedly died after being cut during delivery at Rundu Intermediate Hospital.

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