Portable ultrasound for MoHSS
The Capricorn Foundation has handed over three portable ultrasound probes, valued at N$130 350, to the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) to support its decentralisation and decongestion strategy. The donation aims to bring diagnostic services closer to underserved communities, improving patient care and reducing hospital congestion.
The hand-held probes will be deployed at the Nathaniel Maxuilili Clinic in the Tobias Hainyeko Constituency. The clinic serves some 46 000 residents, while its referral facility, the Katutura Health Centre, sees more than 20 000 patients each month. Neither facility currently has on-site diagnostic imaging, which often results in delays and long waiting times for patients.
Speaking at the handover, health minister Esperance Luvindao demonstrated the ease of use and effectiveness of the portable devices, which do not require an internet connection to operate. The new probes are expected to streamline clinical assessments, improve patient flow, and ultimately enhance the quality of care for thousands of Namibians.
Marlize Horn, Executive Director of the Capricorn Foundation, said the donation reflects the organisation’s commitment to improving healthcare access nationwide. “As Connectors of Positive Change, we recognise that quality healthcare is fundamental to a thriving nation. Supporting the ministry’s decentralisation strategy is not just an investment in equipment; it is an investment in people, dignity, and community well-being,” Horn said.
The donation is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Windhoek and other underserved areas, highlighting the importance of bringing essential services closer to the communities that need them most.
