Allegations in public healthcare: Namibia’s health system is under intense scrutiny after an intern doctor at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital was arrested and remanded over alleged rape claims, following an earlier acquittal in a similar case—raising urgent questions about how institutions protect patients and maintain trust while investigations run. Medicine access crisis: The Health Ministry says the medicine shortage at Rundu State Hospital is part of a wider national problem, with patients reportedly leaving without treatment for chronic conditions; the ministry says it will share monthly stock updates. Sanitation and health: Namibia is still lagging on safe water and sanitation, with sanitation described as the biggest health-side gap; nearly 40% of households lack adequate sanitation, and marginalised communities face even worse toilet access. Workforce pressure: Enrolled nurses are asking for a salary scale upgrade, arguing their pay doesn’t match their training, responsibilities, and workplace risks. Community clinic needs: Oponona Health Outreach Centre in Oshana appeals for basic support like chairs, curtains, electricity, fencing and toilets to keep primary care running. Regional health regulation: The African Medicines Agency and Medicines for Africa sign an MoU to tackle substandard and falsified medical products across the continent. Health sector wellbeing: Namibia’s Medical Association congress highlights “Wellness in Medicine,” focusing on doctors’ holistic wellbeing and financial resilience. Public services cost pressure: Windhoek residents face higher municipal service costs as tariffs rise, adding strain to already stretched household budgets.