… These developments help explain why hospitals are experiencing shortages of critical medicines such as anaesthetic agents, and why elective surgeries have reportedly been suspended at facilities like Onandjokwe State Hospital. …
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Onandjokwe State Hospital — state hospital implicated in insurance fraud scheme involving false medical claims, 2026.
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- April 2026
… These include the Katutura Intermediate Hospital, Windhoek Central Hospital, Walvis Bay State Hospital, Swakopmund State Hospital, Keetmanshoop District Hospital, Onandjokwe State Hospital and Rundu State Hospital. …
Ngurare quashes health ‘apartheid’ claims… Four nurses, an intern doctor, as well as a doctor from Onandjokwe State Hospital in the Oshikoto region, are accused of defrauding Sanlam of about N$1.9 million. …
Health ministry waits for police on doctors’ fraud- March 2026
The girl (16) who was allegedly employed as a domestic worker without pay at Oshiyagaya village in the Oshikoto region is recovering at Onandjokwe State Hospital after N$8 000 was raised to assist her. …
N$8 000 raised for abused domestic worker teen… Mateus himself is accused of claiming N$125 000 following his alleged false hospitalisation at Onandjokwe State Hospital. …
Ondangwa doctors, nurses implicated in N$1.9m Sanlam fake medical insurance fraud… According to police sources, the doctor, who is based at Onandjokwe State Hospital, is linked to a N$1.9 million Sanlam fraud case. …
Onandjokwe doctor arrested in Sanlam fraud case… The victim, originally from Calonga village in Cuvelai in Angola’s Cunene province, was treated at Onyaanya Health Centre before being admitted to Onandjokwe State Hospital. …
Oshikoto pensioner arrested for abusing underage domestic worker- January 2026
… Head on collision near Omuthiya A 43-year-old Namibian male succumbed to his injuries at the Onandjokwe State Hospital after he was involved in a head-on collision, which occurred on Saturday at Omalindi village, some six kilometres from Omuthiya Town, on the B1 Road.Meanwhile, a …
Crime Briefs… Nashandi is recovering at Onandjokwe State Hospital. The shooting took place on Friday at Iikokola village where Johannes had allegedly fenced off a portion of land illegally. …
‘Justice for Nepando, Nashandi’- November 2021
… The fundraising event takes place at Palam Garden, Oniipa, near the Onandjokwe State Hospital, at Ondangwa. …
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Health Ministry uncovers fraud in pharmaceutical supply chain
The News
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has uncovered suspected fraud within Namibia's pharmaceutical supply chain, including alleged manipulation of stock records and diversion of medicines at the Central Medical Stores, contributing to shortages of critical medicines and suspension of elective surgeries at some hospitals. The editorial argues that while the ministry's investigation and reassignment of implicated staff are necessary first steps, thorough investigation, accountability and structural reform are essential to address systemic weaknesses and restore public confidence.
Why it matters
Fraud uncovered in pharmaceutical supply chain is undermining medicine availability and hospital services across the country.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 26 April
Health Ministry uncovers fraud in pharmaceutical supply chain
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has uncovered suspected fraud within Namibia's pharmaceutical supply chain, including alleged manipulation of stock records and diversion of medicines at the Central Medical Stores, contributing to shortages of critical medicines and suspension of elective surgeries at some hospitals. The editorial argues that while the ministry's investigation and reassignment of implicated staff are necessary first steps, thorough investigation, accountability and structural reform are essential to address systemic weaknesses and restore public confidence.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 16 April
PM denies two-tier healthcare system, announces hospital upgrades
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare rejected claims that public hospitals are creating special VIP units for government officials, saying the government's focus is improving healthcare for all Namibians. He highlighted seven major health facilities earmarked for upgrades and announced Vision April 2026, a programme requiring senior officials to use public hospitals to improve service quality nationwide.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 14 April
Health ministry awaits police conclusion on hospital fraud case
The Ministry of Health and Social Services will not take disciplinary action against four nurses, an intern doctor, and a doctor from Onandjokwe State Hospital accused of defrauding Sanlam of about N$1.9 million until police investigations are completed. The 12 arrested individuals are alleged to have helped members of the public claim insurance payouts using fake documents and fake death claims between 2020 and 2024.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 31 March
Community raises N$8000 for abused Angolan domestic worker teen
A 16-year-old Angolan girl employed without pay and assaulted in Oshikoto region is recovering in hospital after a WhatsApp group raised N$8000 for her care. Her employer, Selma Daniel (62), has been arrested and charged, and community members aim to raise N$20000 to support the teenager's return to Angola.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 18 March
Twelve accused of N$1.9m Sanlam insurance fraud scheme
Two doctors, several nurses, teachers, intern doctors and health ministry officials are implicated in a fraud scheme involving false medical insurance claims from Sanlam between 2020 and 2024, with accused individuals appearing in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court charged with submitting fraudulent claims. The scheme allegedly involved fake hospitalisations and medical results, with some perpetrators linked to the murder of a prosecutor.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 16 March
Doctor arrested in N$1.9 million Sanlam insurance fraud case
A 48-year-old doctor based at Onandjokwe State Hospital was arrested at the Muhembo border post in Kavango East on Saturday in connection with a N$1.9 million fraud case involving Sanlam. Police allege the doctor used false documents from various doctors in the north to steal money from the insurance company.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 14 March
Oshikoto woman arrested for exploiting underage domestic worker
A 62-year-old pensioner from Oshikoto region was arrested for allegedly employing a 16-year-old Angolan girl as a domestic worker, failing to feed her, assaulting her with a stick, and promising unpaid wages. The victim received treatment at a health centre and hospital, and the suspect faces charges including assault, child protection and labour law violations, and human trafficking offences.
14 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 14 January
Multiple traffic incidents and crime reported across Namibia
New Era reports on several incidents: a hit-and-run in Katima involving a pedestrian struck by a truck; a fatal head-on collision near Omuthiya and a separate pedestrian injury; a robbery at a bar in Onethindi where N$14,745 and a jackpot machine were stolen; and a fatal stabbing in Okahandja. Police investigations are ongoing in all cases and public assistance is being sought.
14 January 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 6 January
Man accused of killing village headman remanded in custody
A 59-year-old man has been remanded in custody after allegedly shooting and killing Onelago village headman Sem Nepando and critically wounding Iikokola headman I-Ben Nashandi in a shooting at Iikokola village on Friday; the accused faces charges including murder, attempted murder, and discharging a firearm in a public place, with the case postponed to June 18, 2026 for further investigation.
6 January 2026 · New Era →