Medical supply & procurement: Namibia’s Ministry of Health and Social Services has received the first batch of medical equipment bought directly from manufacturers, including anaesthesia machines, theatre lights, surgical and neonatal ventilators, and infant incubators—aimed at strengthening critical care and neonatal services nationwide. Blood shortage: NamBTS says reserves have fallen to just three days’ supply (below the nine-day target) and is urging voluntary blood donations to avoid delayed emergencies and postponed surgeries. Public health workforce: Environmental health practitioners and assistants have petitioned MoHSS to review the profession’s grading structure, arguing their qualifications and statutory duties in food safety, water quality, sanitation, vector control and surveillance aren’t properly reflected. Menstrual health & stigma: A campaign is donating sanitary pad packs and setting up menstrual health corners to help normalise period talk and tackle period poverty. Child health & rights: President Nandi-Ndaitwah marks the Day of the African Child by calling for greater investment in children and universal access to WASH—clean water, sanitation and hygiene—while urging stronger protection against abuse and exploitation. Road safety: Police report a weekend surge in vehicle-related incidents, including fatalities and injuries, urging motorists to obey speed limits and avoid alcohol.