Also known as: Auleria Wakudumo Katima Mulilo District Hospital
Katima Mulilo District Hospital — health facility in Zambezi region seeking intermediate status to reduce monthly patient referrals outside the region.
Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.
New Era
Katima Mulilo District Hospital refers average of 30 patients monthly to referral hospitals
“Auleria Wakudumo Katima Mulilo District Hospital refers an average of 30 patients every month to referral hospitals outside the Zambezi region.”
Katima hospital eyes intermediate statusThe Namibian
Katima Mulilo District Hospital is treating Florence Mutete for hip injuries
“Mutete sustained minor hip injuries and is currently receiving treatment at Katima Mulilo District Hospital.”
Elephant put down after attacking Zambezi teacherThe Namibian
Katima Mulilo District Hospital received for autopsy the body of the deceased woman
“The body of the deceased has been transported to the Katima Mulilo District Hospital mortuary for an autopsy.”
Man arrested for alleged rape of two-year-old girl at MakangaNew Era
Katima Mulilo District Hospital is treating assault victim currently recuperating
“The victim is currently recuperating at the Katima Mulilo District Hospital.”
11 arrested in Zambezi land disputeThe Namibian
Katima Mulilo district hospital is currently treating the assault victim
“The victim is currently recuperating at the Katima Mulilo district hospital.”
Eleven charged with attempted murder in Zambezi land disputeNamibia recorded 18 suicide deaths per 100,000 people in 2024/25, surpassing the African regional average of 11. Vice President Lucia Witbooi called for urgent action to strengthen mental health services, improve access to care, and reduce stigma that prevents people from seeking help.
12 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded 18 suicide deaths per 100,000 people in 2024/25, surpassing the African regional average of 11. Vice President Lucia Witbooi called for urgent action to strengthen mental health services, improve access to care, and reduce stigma that prevents people from seeking help.
12 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Katima Mulilo District Hospital refers an average of 30 patients monthly to facilities outside the Zambezi region, with 372 referrals recorded between April 2024 and March 2025. The Health Ministry plans to upgrade the hospital to intermediate status through introducing specialised services, recruiting qualified professionals, and expanding infrastructure, including a newly commissioned Intensive Care Unit.
30 September 2026 · New Era →
A sedan struck two pedestrians and then collided with an oncoming truck on Wenela road at Katima Mulilo on Sunday, killing the sedan's driver and two occupants. The two pedestrians sustained serious injuries and are being treated at the local hospital.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The San community in Bwabwata National Park, Zambezi region, says family members die while waiting for ambulances during medical emergencies. After three men were hit by a vehicle in August, one 90-year-old pensioner died while waiting five hours for an ambulance to arrive from Katima Mulilo, located 170–202 km away.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A Simataa Secondary School pupil was severely assaulted on 23 March by a Grade 12 pupil and three others over an unpaid N$20 debt, suffering spinal cord injury, breathing difficulties, and vision problems. The accused is out on bail of N$2,000 and returned to school, while the victim remains hospitalized and may repeat his grade.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
An elephant that attacked teacher Florence Mutete near Katima Mulilo on Tuesday was put down by the environment ministry after it continued charging at officials and residents despite attempts to chase it away. Mutete sustained minor hip injuries, and ministry officials warn residents to remain alert as high rainfall has increased wildlife movement into residential areas.
25 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with the rape of a two-year-old girl in the Makanga area and is expected to appear in Katima Mulilo Magistrate's Court on Friday. Police are also investigating a separate fatal incident on the B8 road in which a 37-year-old woman died after jumping from a moving pickup.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Eleven family members were arrested in Katima Mulilo after they allegedly assaulted a 58-year-old man during a land dispute at Kanono; the victim sustained a broken jaw and multiple injuries and is hospitalized, while all suspects face attempted murder charges, with one also facing a firearm theft charge.
22 January 2026 · New Era →
Eleven suspects were arrested after they assaulted a 58-year-old man during a land dispute in Kanono, Zambezi, reportedly sparked when another man confronted him about ploughing a disputed field. All face attempted murder charges; the victim suffered a broken jaw and multiple injuries and is recovering at a local hospital.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →