Also known as: Dennis Iipumbu Noa
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The Namibian
Dennis Noa was arrested in connection with alleged rape of a man (26) at his flat on a public hospital's premises
“Noa was arrested in connection with the alleged rape of a man (26) at his flat on a public hospital's premises.”
Bail hearing set for rape accused doctor Dennis NoaThe Namibian
Dennis Noa was previously accused of raping a patient (18) at Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek on 11 April 2021
“He was previously accused of raping a patient (18) at Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek over an incident that allegedly took place on 11 April 2021.”
Bail hearing set for rape accused doctor Dennis NoaThe Namibian
Dennis Noa was initially convicted but appealed the ruling in the previous rape case
“He was initially convicted, but appealed the ruling.”
Bail hearing set for rape accused doctor Dennis NoaWindhoek Observer
Dennis Iipumbu Noa was remanded in custody on Monday after the State opposed bail
“Dennis Iipumbu Noa (31) was remanded in custody on Monday after the State opposed bail.”
Health ministry probes Noa’s fresh rape chargeWindhoek Observer
Noa had been convicted and sentenced to eight years' imprisonment for raping an unconscious patient in April 2021
“Noa had been convicted and sentenced to eight years' imprisonment after being found guilty of raping an unconscious patient in April 2021.”
Health ministry probes Noa’s fresh rape chargeInformanté
Dennis Noa was denied bail in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court
“The doctor, Dennis Noa (31), appeared in the Ondangwa Magistrate's Court on 20 July 2026 and was denied bail, with the state prosecutor in the matter saying there was a likelihood that he would reoffend, as he has the access and means to commit similar offences if granted bail.”
Health ministry says it has initiated administrative investigations into alleged Onandjokwe rape caseInformanté
Dennis Noa was previously acquitted of rape charge at Katutura Intermediate Hospital
“Noa was previously acquitted of another similar rape charge, in which he was accused of raping an immobile, unconscious 18-year-old car crash patient at Katutura Intermediate Hospital on 11 April 2021.”
Health ministry says it has initiated administrative investigations into alleged Onandjokwe rape caseThe Namibian
Dennis Noa was arrested in connection with alleged rape of a man at hospital accommodation
“Noa, a medical intern stationed at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital, was arrested in connection with an alleged rape of a man (26) at hospital accommodation.”
Ministry launches probe into rape accused doctor NoaInformanté
Dennis Noa appeared in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court on charge of rape and was remanded in custody
“DENNIS Iipumbu Noa, a 31-year-old doctor at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital, appeared in the Ondangwa Magistrate's Court on a charge of rape and was remanded in custody after the state opposed bail.”
Dennis Noa appears in Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court on new rape chargesInformanté
Dennis Noa was previously accused of raping a male patient on 11 April 2021 at Katutura Hospital
“Noa was previously accused of raping a male patient on 11 April 2021 at Katutura Hospital, who had been unconscious and admitted to the head injury ward.”
Dennis Noa appears in Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court on new rape chargesMedical doctor Dennis Noa, arrested in connection with the alleged rape of a 26-year-old man at a public hospital premises, asked the Ondangwa Magistrate's Court to grant him bail so he can return to his duties. The state opposed bail, citing rape as a serious offence and arguing that release could risk witness interference, further offences, or absconding.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Medical doctor Dennis Noa, arrested in connection with the alleged rape of a 26-year-old man at a public hospital premises, asked the Ondangwa Magistrate's Court to grant him bail so he can return to his duties. The state opposed bail, citing rape as a serious offence and arguing that release could risk witness interference, further offences, or absconding.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An intern doctor at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital has been remanded in custody on a rape charge after appearing in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court. The alleged incident occurred when the doctor invited a 26-year-old man to celebrate his new job, and the complainant alleges he was sexually assaulted after consuming a drink that appeared to contain a dissolved pill.
21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An intern doctor at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital has been remanded in custody on a rape charge after appearing in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court; the ministry of health and social services has launched an internal administrative investigation. The alleged incident occurred when the doctor invited a 26-year-old to the hospital, where the complainant alleges he was drugged and sexually assaulted.
21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has initiated administrative investigations into an alleged rape incident on 19 July 2026 at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital, following the arrest of medical intern Dennis Noa (31), who was denied bail in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court. Noa was previously acquitted of a similar rape charge at Katutura Intermediate Hospital in 2021.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has launched an administrative investigation into medical intern Dennis Noa, who was arrested in connection with an alleged rape at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital. The ministry said it has activated internal disciplinary processes alongside police investigation and condemned sexual violence.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Dennis Iipumbu Noa, a 31-year-old doctor at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital, appeared in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court charged with rape. The state opposed bail, citing a prima facie case, risk of witness interference, and absconding; the matter was postponed to 27 October 2026 for a formal bail application.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
The health ministry has agreed to pay N$450,000 to settle a medical negligence claim brought by the mother of an 18-year-old who alleged he was raped while in a coma at Katutura Intermediate Hospital. The High Court settlement was reached without any admission of liability by the State, which had previously denied that any sexual assault occurred.
12 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →