Namibia Launches National Polio and Expanded Immunization Campaigns
The Namibian Ministry of Health and Social Services is actively implementing nationwide immunization campaigns to protect children against polio and expand essential health services in rural communities. These initiatives underscore the government’s commitment to safeguarding public health and reducing the burden of vaccine-preventable diseases.
National Polio Immunization Campaign
A nationwide polio immunization campaign is underway from February 24 to 27, 2026, targeting all children under the age of 10. The Ministry of Health and Social Services is urging parents, guardians, and caregivers to ensure their children receive the polio vaccine during this period. Source
Expanded Rural Immunization Efforts
In parallel with the polio campaign, the Health Ministry has launched a broader nationwide immunization campaign with a specific focus on expanding services in rural communities. This initiative aims to improve access to essential vaccinations for underserved populations. Source
Recent and Planned Vaccination Campaigns
Namibia has demonstrated a consistent commitment to immunization programs. A nationwide measles-rubella vaccination campaign was conducted from October 23 to 28, 2025, targeting children aged 9 to 59 months who may have missed routine immunizations or not developed adequate immunity. This campaign likewise included the administration of vitamin A supplements to children aged 6 to 59 months and deworming tablets to those between 12 and 59 months. Source
HPV Vaccination for Adolescent Girls
The country is also preparing to implement a nationwide vaccination campaign against the human papillomavirus (HPV), targeting 14-year-old girls. This voluntary and free-of-cost program aims to eliminate cervical cancer through preventative vaccination. Source
Accessing Vaccination Services
Vaccination teams are being deployed across the country to strategic locations, including community “bantabas,” health facilities, day-care centers, schools, markets, and border crossings, to ensure convenient access for all families. The Ministry of Health encourages parents, caregivers, and community members to actively support these campaigns.
Contact Information
For further details or inquiries about the campaigns, the public can contact the Ministry of Health’s toll-free number: 1025.