The Namibia Institute of Pathology held a money-raising breakfast last Friday in Windhoek. They wanted cash to help fund medical research. Companies like MTC, Ongwediva MediPark, Momentum Metropolitan Empowerment Fund, and the MVA Fund showed up as sponsors. Everyone gathered around the idea that funding research shapes our future healthcare system.
NIP boss Kapena Tjombonde explained why they need money for biomedical research. She believes better research leads to better healthcare in Namibia. Dr. Caramia Dunaiski explained that they run many studies with partners from South Africa and local universities. These include watching disease patterns and testing new ways to check health problems faster.
Dr. Dunaiski mentioned their work on HPV, which causes cervical cancer. Their research found that most people had never heard about this virus or knew vaccines existed to prevent it. She stressed how money helps fill knowledge gaps and gives decision-makers solid facts. Cash allows labs to buy equipment, train scientists, and build new research spaces throughout the country.
Anicia Peters from the National Commission on Research asked tough questions about vaccine making. She wondered if Namibia stands ready for the next big disease outbreak after what happened with COVID-19. Peters praised the NIP research trust for its work improving healthcare. She ended by saying everyone needs to team up - researchers, funders, and healthcare workers - to create a healthier future through teamwork and fresh ideas.
NIP boss Kapena Tjombonde explained why they need money for biomedical research. She believes better research leads to better healthcare in Namibia. Dr. Caramia Dunaiski explained that they run many studies with partners from South Africa and local universities. These include watching disease patterns and testing new ways to check health problems faster.
Dr. Dunaiski mentioned their work on HPV, which causes cervical cancer. Their research found that most people had never heard about this virus or knew vaccines existed to prevent it. She stressed how money helps fill knowledge gaps and gives decision-makers solid facts. Cash allows labs to buy equipment, train scientists, and build new research spaces throughout the country.
Anicia Peters from the National Commission on Research asked tough questions about vaccine making. She wondered if Namibia stands ready for the next big disease outbreak after what happened with COVID-19. Peters praised the NIP research trust for its work improving healthcare. She ended by saying everyone needs to team up - researchers, funders, and healthcare workers - to create a healthier future through teamwork and fresh ideas.
