Maternal Health: Namibia’s health ministry says 54% of maternal deaths are preventable, with care gaps like delays in spotting danger signs and weak referral pathways still costing lives. Obstetric Emergency Care: The Safe-Birth Africa Project is training health workers nationwide on postpartum haemorrhage response using the WHO E-MOTIVE bundle, aiming to cut preventable deaths from obstetric bleeding. HIV Services Transition: The US plans to phase out $45m in direct HIV funding for Namibia after 2027, shifting to technical support—raising fears of service disruptions for the 29,000+ people who rely on donor-backed programmes. Disability Access: A new digital disability assessment system has launched, but advocates warn rural connectivity, device access, and weak follow-up support could block people from getting the help they need. Nutrition at Clinics: Witvlei Clinic in Omaheke treats around 10–15 malnourished babies daily, linking cases to poverty, unstable household income, and poor sanitation. Climate & Health Preparedness: Experts warn El Niño could bring hotter, drier conditions and more pressure on hospitals—urging Namibia not to wait for a crisis before stocking medicines and planning for rising patients. Tobacco & Vaping Controls: Namibia is consulting on tougher Tobacco Products Control Act amendments to test, control, or ban non-conventional nicotine products, with stronger enforcement urged to protect young people. Fisheries & Food Safety: Namibia’s fisheries sector is pushing for stronger biosecurity and ecosystem-aware catch decisions, while rabies concerns from rabid Cape fur seals and sardine die-offs highlight growing public health and environmental risks. Education & Rights for Children: Amnesty reports Angolan children in Namibia face barriers to birth registration, education, and healthcare—leaving some vulnerable to exploitation and trafficking.