Mosquito infestation sparks health concerns at Epukiro Post 3

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2024-12-06

EPUKIRO, 06 December 2024 - Malaria control officials in the Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Omaheke region prepare a larvae siting exercise at the settlement sewerage pond. (Photo by: Michael Madhimba) NAMPA

By Michael Madhimba
EPUKIRO, 06 DEC (NAMPA) – The settlement of Epukiro Post 3 in the Omaheke Region has in recent weeks been plagued by mosquitoes, owing to stagnant water bodies in the area.
Residents at the settlement have expressed concern over the health hazard if the situation is not promptly addressed.
In response, a fumigation team from the Ministry of Health and Social Services began operations earlier this week as part of a routine fumi...

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