Public Health Partnerships: MoHSS and UNAM signed an MoU to strengthen training, research and human resource development in health and applied sciences, aiming to prepare clinicians for day-one practice. Maternal & Child Health: Deputy health minister Suzan Ndjaleka urged employers to adopt breastfeeding-friendly workplace policies as breastfeeding rates remain low, pushing for practical support for mothers at work. Rural Access to Care: The N$21.7m Onamafila Primary Health Care Clinic opened in Oshikunde, bringing antenatal care, immunisations, TB screening and adolescent-friendly services closer to about 24 villages. Genomics in Namibia: NUST installed the country’s first high-throughput genome sequencing platform, expected to cut costs and delays of overseas DNA testing and support local whole-genome sequencing. Men’s Mental Health: A Windhoek panel highlighted rising anxiety and depression among young men, linked to post-graduation unemployment and pressure to provide. Workplace Safety: Two workers died after suspected toxic gas exposure during maintenance at Gammas Water Care Works in Windhoek; investigations are ongoing. HIV Prevention Progress: Malawi reported a sharp drop in HIV positivity among HIV-exposed infants through community follow-up and milestone tracking, with far fewer children missing testing. Health System Delivery: Nipam defended 2026 Public Sector Awards criteria after criticism, noting MoHSS won overall for capacity building and continuous learning. Community Health & Welfare: Namibia’s child-care and protection statistics show a 40% decline in children supported for street living over 2014–2023, attributed to improved reintegration.