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How India-Ghana ties can guide Delhi’s Africa strategy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ghana, en route to the Brics summit, stands out as a strategic use of an intercontinental journey. On the return leg, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to visit Namibia. With these visits, the PM will...
State-of-the-Art Cardiac Centre opens in Namibia
NAMIBIA LEADS IN CARDIAC CARE: Namibia has emerged as a leader in cardiac healthcare, becoming the third African country after South Africa and Egypt to establish a state-of-the-art Cardiac Care Unit. Located at Windhoek Central Hospital, this...

Symptoms of killer virus spreading across Europe - 'highly likely' to reach UK
New cases of a killer virus have been detected in holiday hotspots loved by British tourists - and experts have warned it could reach the UK. It’s been described as the current biggest threat to public health, after breaking out in Iraq and...

PM Modi's Visit To Focus On Trade, Investment: Namibian Presidency
(MENAFN- IANS) Windhoek, July 1 (IANS) The Namibian Presidency has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southwest African nation on July 9 will explore new avenues to enhance the bilateral collaborations between India and Namibia....

Private doctors join public health effort to ease Katutura patient load
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Health has officially launched the onboarding session for private sector medical officers who will be offering pro bono services at Katutura Health Centre. The Minister of Health, Dr Esperance Luvindao, emphasised...

US donates N$28m in equipment to health ministry
The new tools are set to enhance Namibia's goal of achieving universal health coverage. The health ministry last week received a large donation of office equipment valued at N$28 million from US-based health agencies to strengthen Namibia's health...

Austria’s Crown Jewels of Wellness: Inside the World of VAMED Vitality Spas
For those who speak the language of silk robes, thermal bliss, and panoramic mountain views, VAMED Vitality World has become a byword for five-star sanctuary. As the reigning World’s Best Thermal Spa & Medical Wellness Operator 2024 and also...
India Prime Minister Modi's State visit to Namibia confirmed
India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will pay a state visit to Namibia on July 9. The Namibian Presidency confirmed that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will host Prime Minister Modi during the visit, which is aimed at exploring new areas of...
Eleven medical doctors respond to the ministry’s ‘work for free’ call
Niël Terblanché Eleven doctors from private practices in Windhoek will begin volunteering at Katutura Health Centre (KHC) from 1 July. The doctors will work evening shifts without pay to help ease patient congestion. This follows last month’s call...

India And Namibia To Deepen Bilateral Ties, Economic Cooperation During PM Modi’s Visit
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming visit to Namibia, the first since Namibian President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah assumed office, is a significant step towards renewing the bilateral ties and deepening economic engagement between...

PM Modi's five-nation tour to boost Africa ties with vaccine hub in Ghana, UPI rollout in Namibia
Prime Minister Modi's July 2-9 tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia will focus on vaccine collaboration, digital payments expansion, and economic ties including a vaccine hub in Ghana and UPI launch in...

World News | PM Modi's 5-nation Visit: Vaccine Development Among Focus Items in Ghana; Discussions in Namibia to Touch on UPI Expansion
New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming five-nation tour, beginning on July 2, will see significant advancements in India's bilateral relations with African nations of Ghana and Namibia, with discussions to...

Breaking Travel News explores: Etendeka Hiking Trails of Namibia
“This is your enemy,” our intrepid guide, Irwin, remarked in his opening welcome speech, hitting the small rock boulder on the dusty red ground next to his wonderfully weathered boots. “This is your friend,” he continued with a smile, raising a...

Dr. Rasha Kelej Drives An Impactful Change In Public Health Landscape In Africa And Beyond By Providing 2282 Scholarships To Doctors From 52 Countries
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of the Congo, June 30, 2025/APO Group/ -- Merck Foundation ( ), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks “World Health Day” 2025 in partnership with Africa's First Ladies...

European travel delays expected as air traffic controllers strike in France
Hundreds of flights were cancelled on Thursday, with more expected to be scrapped on Friday, as French air-traffic controllers go on strike. Air France, easyJet and Ryanair are some of the airlines caught up in the disruption, affecting operations...

U.S. Embassy donates equipment worth N$28 million to Ministry of Health
Date: June 30, 2025 Staff Reporter The United States (U.S.) Embassy in Windhoek has donated equipment valued at N$28 million to the Ministry of Health and Social Services. According to the Ministry’s spokesperson, Walters Kamaya, the donated items...
Forged in the mines: The union that helped liberate Namibia
Poco-Key Mberiuana Union membership is not just a legacy of Namibia’s past—it is a living force for jus:ce, dignity, and economic empowerment today. As Namibia continues to confront inequality, unemployment, and the pressures of a globalised...
Namibia to launch E-ID mid-2025
Namibia's first electronic ID card, designed to modernise identity management and expand access to essential public and private services, will be rolled out halfway through next year. This advanced ID will contain embedded biometric or demographic...

DÚLRA: House martins are a pure joy – just ask a Robin
AN enriched life – isn’t that what we all strive for? Whether it’s sitting down on the settee to watch a good film, going to a gig or for a meal, or just a walk in the park, it’s often that wee bit extra that makes the difference. And sometimes,...

From Spotlight to Solidarity: Namibians Rally Behind Linda Simasiku After Viral Interview
UPDATE: Namibian podcaster Zeccano Shitaleni told Network Media Hub that he has found a safe and supportive environment for Linda Simasiku, Namibia’s youngest music award winner, following her now viral interview on his podcast What A Life with...