Shangula hails Nujoma’s legacy in public health and leadership

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2025-02-19

WINDHOEK, 11 April 2024 - Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Kalumbi Shangula. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 19 FEB (NAMPA) – Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Kalumbi Shangula, has commended Founding President Sam Nujoma for his transformative contributions to Namibia’s healthcare system since independence.
Speaking at the memorial service in Nujoma’s honour on Tuesday, Shangula highlighted Nujoma’s introduction of the Primary Health Care Policy, which laid the foundation for Universal Health Coverage. He emphasised that this policy...

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