Palliative Care Namibia

10/04/2026

Communication
Friday, 10 April 2026

The Cancer Association of Namibia (WO30) is pleased to announce that, through the support of a critical financial partner, we have secured a strengthened and sustainable position for our Palliative Care Fund.

Following consultation with the Ministry of Health and Social Services, CAN is proud to introduce a dedicated medical care support service for state cancer patients in need of hospice and palliative care. This service will be available at Palliative Care Namibia facilities in Windhoek and Swakopmund, expanding access to compassionate, patient-centred care for those most in need.

As part of our continued commitment to advancing palliative care in Namibia, CAN is also investing in the establishment and strengthening of palliative care programmes within public district hospitals. This initiative will commence at Windhoek Central Hospital, followed by Walvis Bay District Hospital, where CAN has already supported the establishment of a State Oncology Centre, and will extend to Oshakati Intermediate Hospital.

At Oshakati, CAN has further committed to supporting the expansion of the existing oncology unit, alongside the development of a dedicated palliative care programme in close collaboration with the local medical team.

“We remain committed to supporting Namibians affected by cancer through strategic investments that strengthen and expand existing programmes within the public health system, for the direct benefit of patients,” said Rolf Hansen, Chief Executive Officer of CAN.

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Cancer Association of Namibia
CAN Erongo Centre
Palliative Care Namibia
Ministry of Health and Social Services-Namibia
UICC - Union for International Cancer Control

09/04/2026

Our House Johannesson Care Facility in Swakopmund.

09/04/2026

Your donations, turn into funds raised through Cancer Association of Namibia , and help many through our various CAN programmes, including Palliative Care Namibia and the Palliative Care Fund.

09/04/2026

We are pleased to announce that patient admissions at our House Johannesson Care Facility, in Swakopmund, shall commence on 13 April 2026.

We invite all referrals and queries to be directed to erongo@pcn.org.na

18/03/2026

The growing need for palliative care is undeniable.

Each year, more than 70 million people worldwide experience serious health-related suffering that could be alleviated through palliative care. Yet, over 85% of this need remains unmet, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

In Namibia, we continue to see patterns that reflect this global challenge: very late referrals to hospice care, limited or absent referrals for palliative support, overtreatment in parts of the private sector, and undertreatment within the public system. These disparities are not unique to Namibia, but they underscore the urgent need for a more balanced, patient-centred approach to care.

The latest report from The Lancet once again highlights these realities on the ground. It reinforces the importance of what we are striving to achieve through the continued development and investment in Palliative Care Namibia—advocating for timely access, dignity in care, and a system that truly responds to the needs of patients and their families.

Palliative care is not an afterthought. It is an essential component of quality healthcare.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S3050514326000014

16/03/2026

In liefdevolle herinnering aan Mev Anina Hart.

Ons groet en omvou die Hart gesin met ons liefde.
Dankie vir die eer om Anina se laaste lewensloop te kon deel by Huis Zietsman van Palliative Care Namibia.

Mag God hierdie pragtige gesin beskerm en bewaar. Rus sag in die Hemelwoning, Mev Hart 🙏

13/03/2026

Where dignity and compassionare care meet.
Palliative Care Namibia by Cancer Association of Namibia.

Windhoek: House Zietsman Care Facility
Swakopmund: House Johannesson Care Facility

reception@pcn.org.na
0819537740

09/03/2026

In loving memory of Ms Donelle Wilson.

Donelle faced her journey with remarkable courage and grace. It was truly an honour for our team to walk alongside Donelle and her family during the final stretch of the way.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr & Mrs Wilson and to her brother, Mr Mark Wilson.

May God grant you strength, comfort, and peace during this very sad farewell.

05/03/2026

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02/03/2026

In liefdevolle herinnering aan Mnr Nolte, met wie ons die voorreg gehad het om die laaste lewenspad te kon stap by Huis Zietsman.
Ons bid God se liefde en seën, met groot vertroosting, op Mnr Johan se gesin. 🙏

24/02/2026

https://nbcnews.na/node/115236?fbclid=IwY2xjawQKfwVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR6pioHtPkkwJLUJdZYcJGEQrMFMTGExCSFaA1Y5uOC5HOgCUfEnie5_BAdY5w_aem_CTj6eTH_DLcvfRAQfzd2aQ

The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has opened a new palliative care centre at Swakopmund to bring dignity and comfort to cancer patients.