The Namibian returnees from Botswana resettled in Otjipaheua village, located in the Tsumkwe Constituency, say they are facing a severe healthcare crisis.

The Minister of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), Dr. Esperance Luvindao, stated that TB Field Promoters are largely funded through donor resources, specifically the Global Fund, and do not operate under the standard payroll system for civil servants.

Members of the National Assembly have called for a stronger fight against corruption.

MPs across the political divide have called for a stronger and more effective Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) during debate on the appointment of the commission’s new leadership.

The National Assembly has unanimously approved President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's nominations of Bryan Eiseb as Director-General of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for a five-year term and Advocate Erna Lorraine van der Merwe as Deputy Director-General for a period not exceeding 12 months.

The Tsumkwe Constituency Councillor Petrus Mutji has affirmed his commitment to respond to the plight of homeless residents at the settlement.

Mutji was reacting to queries from the NBC News team on how his office intends to deal with the situation, which has been ongoing for years.