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Hambeleleni Ndjaleka
Also known as: Deputy health minister Hambeleleni Ndjaleka · Ndjaleka · Suzan Ndjaleka
Deputy minister of health and social services appointed by President Nandi-Ndaitwah in April 2026, pledging focus on social well-being and healthcare decentralization.
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- April 2026
… er Elijah Ngurare at the hospital two weeks ago said: “Yes, this is only for senior government officials, but if anybody with any other medical aid feels like this is a better option for them, you can come and make use of the facility.” Deputy health minister Hambeleleni Ndjaleka …
Windhoek Central Hospital VIP unit sparks backlash over Nandi-Ndaitwah healthcare reform… Deputy health and social services minister Hambeleleni Ndjaleka, speaking on behalf of minister Esperance Luvindao, says the country’s response must remain rooted in science and prevention. …
Namibia urged to strengthen child health as preventable deaths continue, says Unicef… Hambeleleni Ndjaleka, the new deputy minister of health and social services, is a !Nami≠Nus constituency councillor and was re-elected last November. …
Get to know our new top officials… xt, and in fulfilment of my constitutional responsibility, that I have the honour to appoint the following individuals in the said portfolios: • Charles Mubita, minister in the presidency;• Moses //Khumub, deputy minister in the office of the vice president;• Hambeleleni Ndjaleka …
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announces new ministerial appointments at State House event… The President also appointed Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Health and Social Services; Hans Haikali as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Works and Transport; Anselm Marungu as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and T …
President announces strategic appointments… The newly appointed deputy ministers are Moses //Khumub as Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President; Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services; Hans Haikali as Deputy Minister of Works and Transport; Anselm Marungu as Deputy Minister of Envi …
President appoints new deputy ministers to strengthen government delivery… Theresia Brandt has been appointed to the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations, Anselm Marungu to the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, Wenzel Kavaka to the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, and Hambeleleni Ndjaleka to the Ministry of Health and Social …
President Nandi-Ndaitwah urges new deputy ministers to deliver on NDP6… National council member Suzan Ndjaleka highlighted that youth participation across our National Council and National Assembly is a significant growth area. …
Strengthening youth voices in Parliament …young lawmakers target policy influence through mentorship- August 2023
… local livelihoods will become obsolete. “The success of the green hydrogen project is not guaranteed, therefore, communities could end up with less than nothing and entirely dependent on government grants, which the majority currently already are.” Swapo councillor Suzan Ndjaleka …
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Deputy health minister pledges focus on social well-being
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Deputy Health Minister Suzan Ndjaleka, newly appointed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, says she will prioritize Namibians' social well-being and healthcare, emphasizing decentralization and collective responsibility in service delivery at the grassroots level.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Friday 17 April
Deputy health minister pledges focus on social well-being
Deputy Health Minister Suzan Ndjaleka, newly appointed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, says she will prioritize Namibians' social well-being and healthcare, emphasizing decentralization and collective responsibility in service delivery at the grassroots level.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Sunday 12 April
VIP hospital unit contradicts healthcare reform drive, critics argue
President Nandi-Ndaitwah ordered government officials to use public hospitals from April, but Windhoek Central Hospital's new VIP unit exclusively for senior officials has drawn opposition criticism as discriminatory and contrary to equitable healthcare goals. Opposition leaders and analysts argue the separate facility undermines the reform and mirrors apartheid-era segregation.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 8 April
Namibia urged to strengthen prevention as child deaths persist
Unicef's country representative warned during World Health Day that thousands of Namibian newborns continue to die in their first days of life and children under five remain vulnerable to preventable diseases including malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea. While Namibia has made progress in maternal and child health, officials stressed the need for preventive interventions and science-backed responses to emerging threats.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 7 April
President appoints new ministerial and deputy ministerial officials
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed several new officials to ministerial and deputy ministerial positions, including Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency, Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as deputy minister of health and social services, and others to various portfolio positions across government departments.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →
President appoints new minister and deputy ministers
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of Charles Mubita as minister in the presidency, eight deputy ministers across various portfolios, and an adviser to the minister of defence and veterans affairs, with the aim of strengthening governance and coordination.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 3 April
President appoints minister and deputy ministers to strengthen government
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Charles Mubita as Minister in the Presidency and Moses //Khumub as Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, along with seven deputy ministers and an advisor to the Defence and Veterans Affairs Minister. The President said the appointments are intended to strengthen the Executive arm and improve institutional coordination and service delivery.
3 April 2026 · Informanté →
Thursday 2 April
President appoints seven new deputy ministers nationwide
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of seven new deputy ministers across various portfolios including health, transport, environment, and justice, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and accelerate service delivery.
2 April 2026 · Informanté →
President urges new deputy ministers to deliver on NDP6
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed a new minister, seven deputy ministers, and an adviser, urging them to deliver measurable progress on infrastructure, healthcare, safety, job creation, and public services as outlined in the sixth National Development Plan. The appointees, all elected councillors from the 2025 regional council elections, have accepted their roles with commitments to follow principles of pragmatism, integrity, and accountability.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 1 April
Parliament trains young lawmakers in leadership and mentorship skills
The Parliament of Namibia and the Inter-Parliamentary Union held a training session for young parliamentarians to strengthen their leadership capacity, communication skills, and mentorship abilities in governance. The initiative aims to empower young MPs to influence policy, drive sustainable development, and increase youth representation in parliamentary decision-making, with an "I Say Yes to Youth in Parliament" campaign also launched.
1 April 2026 · New Era →