Medical society calls for greater doctor representation in health policy decisions

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2026-09-07

RUNDU, 05 September 2026 - Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services Susan Ndjaleka delivering a statement on behalf of Health Minister Esperance Luvindao during the Namibia Medical Society conference at Rundu. (Photo by: Sawi Hausiku) NAMPA

RUNDU, 07 SEP (NAMPA) – The Namibia Medical Society's (NMS) executive board chairperson, Dr Johannes Shilongo, has raised concern over limited doctor representation in the Health Ministry’s policy and decision-making structures and called for greater involvement in key decisions affecting healthcare.
Shilongo spoke at the society’s annual scientific conference and Annual General Meeting held in Rundu over the weekend from 03 September to 06 Septe...

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