Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) response: Namibia’s veterinary services say investigations are under way to identify the origin of the FMD outbreak, with samples sent to Botswana to determine the virus strain. The government has also created an additional infected zone and started work on a new veterinary fence after procurement delays, while restrictions are being adjusted based on surveillance results. Trade and livelihoods hit: EU health authorities are assessing the outbreak and what it could mean for animal and public health, with a major N$400m meat shipment to Europe reported in limbo. Locally, Windhoek restaurants report disrupted meat supply and uncertainty, and farmers face pressure as livestock auctions are postponed or cancelled. Education and health workforce strain: NUST has acknowledged administrative oversight in admitting 150 students to its Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences programme, with placement capacity limiting practical training; Nanso says over 120 students could face deregistration or disruption. Road safety health support: The MVA Fund is setting up a trauma centre in Windhoek to strengthen care after crashes. Public health travel advisory: Namibia’s foreign affairs ministry urges caution and essential travel only to Ebola-affected parts of the DRC. Community health and wellbeing: MP Willem Amutenya urged educators to teach life skills alongside academics, including emotional intelligence and conflict management. Violence and safety: A woman was allegedly killed in Rundu after an attack by her son, and a separate report describes a suspected pilot stabbing incident on a FlyDubai flight, raising renewed aviation safety concerns.