Statistics indicate a rising trend of sexually transmitted infections in Namibia, said Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula, despite progress in reducing HIV infections in several demographic and population groups

The country called for greater international cooperation and partnerships to tackle illicit financial flows during the launch of a new initiative to strengthen financial integrity and support sustainable development

Namibia has become the first country on the continent to significantly reduce vertical mother-to-child transmission of both HIV and viral hepatitis B, a major milestone in the fight against the spread of HIV

In 2023, for the first time in 34 years, the number of people competent enough in their language to participate in a conversation declined - latest data show - though decades have been dedicated to the restoration and protection of indigenous languages

Namibia's Minister of Health and Social Services stressed the importance of partnerships in the fight against infectious diseases and pandemics, highlighting the need for regional and international cooperation