Polio response: Namibia’s targeted polio vaccination drive in Khomas and Omaheke has ended, after sewage samples detected polio virus type 2 in Windhoek and Gobabis; no paralysis cases have been recorded so far, and the campaign focused on children from birth to age 10 via health facilities and house-to-house points. Medicine access & shortages: Cabinet has approved health cooperation agreements with Egypt (pharmaceutical products and medical devices) and with Africa CDC (procurement services), as Namibia continues to report essential medicine stock levels around 60% and public concern over hospital shortages. Maternal care upgrade: Construction of the Rupara Maternity Ward in Kavango West is nearing completion, supported by a N$1 million Development Bank of Namibia donation, aiming to reduce maternal and infant health risks. Public health accountability: The Ministry of Health and Social Services has launched a new complaints management SOP to address allegations of negligence, poor communication, discrimination, and unauthorised sharing of patient information. Road safety & health risk: A court challenge is set over speed humps on Windhoek’s B1 Western Bypass, with claims they are unlawful and endanger public safety—an issue that directly affects injury and emergency care demand. Malaria warning: Southern Africa is seeing a malaria rise linked to climate change, with Namibia among countries reporting higher infections as transmission seasons extend. Community health support: Namibia’s solidarity campaign for Cuba has raised over N$700,000 for urgently needed medical supplies amid US sanctions that are affecting access to fuel and medicines. Health coverage snapshot: Namibia recorded 224,078 people on medical aid in 2025 (about 7.41% of the population), with dependants making up the largest share—highlighting affordability pressure and the need for stronger competition among providers.