A new regulation published in the Government Gazette now allows oral hygienists to operate independently from dentists. Previously, oral hygienists were required to practice under the supervision of a dentist.

The Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, has reiterated the government's commitment to resolving the challenges facing the health sector. 

She said this while officiating at the inauguration of the first-ever kidney dialysis unit at Keetmanshoop District State Hospital. 

Namibia and Russia have emphasised the need to strengthen economic and trade ties amid growing bilateral trade and cooperation.

This was revealed during the opening of the Namibia-Russia Business Forum in the capital today. 

As malaria continues to pose a health concern in some parts of the country, a former Japanese volunteer, Kumi Ono, has made it her mission to stand with communities in the Zambezi Region in the fight against the disease. 

The Namibian government has called on local manufacturers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to register to take part in the procurement process to supply goods to government stores.

The initiative aims to, among others, promote local production and create jobs.