A public health facility in Namibia implicated in a N$1.9 million Sanlam insurance fraud scheme involving false medical claims between 2020 and 2024.
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The Namibian
Onandjokwe State Hospital used Heimlich manoeuvre to dislodge meat from patient's throat during choking incident
“A doctor at Onandjokwe State Hospital used the Heimlich manoeuvre to dislodge the piece of meat.”
When cancer comes backThe Namibian
Onandjokwe State Hospital reportedly suspended elective surgeries due to medicine shortages
“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.”
Health Sector Corruption: Namibia Must Act Before Shortages Become the NormThe Namibian
Onandjokwe State Hospital has four nurses, an intern doctor, and a doctor accused of defrauding Sanlam of about N$1.9 million
“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’ fraudThe Namibian
Onandjokwe State Hospital is where the 16-year-old girl is recovering
“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 teenThe Namibian
Onandjokwe State Hospital is where the doctor accused in the N$1.9 million Sanlam fraud case is based the doctor accused in the N$1.9 million Sanlam fraud case
“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 casePennina Ndengu began experiencing severe headaches at age 12, and despite repeated visits to clinics, doctors struggled to identify the cause. A tumour behind her right eye was only discovered after an emergency CT scan at Windhoek Central Hospital's eye clinic, and biopsy confirmed cancer.
24 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Pennina Ndengu began experiencing severe headaches at age 12, and despite repeated visits to clinics, doctors struggled to identify the cause. A tumour behind her right eye was only discovered after an emergency CT scan at Windhoek Central Hospital's eye clinic, and biopsy confirmed cancer.
24 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →