Over 300 women and girls were screened across Katutura and Kavango West through lifesaving community sonar clinics held by Osaat Africa Health Foundation.
The second session of screenings took place on 20 September 2025 at the Katutura Youth Enterprise Centre (KAYEC), where 84 women and girls were screened for gynaecological and obstetric conditions.
This followed the Foundation’s first sonar clinics held in Kavango West, at Mupini Health Centre and Mbunya Health Centre, where a total of 228 women and girls were screened.
The free clinics provided essential reproductive health services to women and girls who often face barriers to accessing diagnostic care.
Of the 84 women screened in Katutura, five were pregnant, and 15 abnormalities were detected, including cases of multifibroid uterus and ovarian lesions.
All affected women were referred to the Gynaecological Outpatient Department (GOPD) for further medical management.
By detecting conditions early, the clinic ensured timely follow-up that could prevent long-term complications.
During the screenings in Kavango West, several gynaecological problems were detected, and pregnant women were also among those who benefited from the services.
Together, the two clinics have now provided life-saving screenings for over 300 women and girls, demonstrating both the urgent need and the positive impact of community-based health programs.
“The health of women and girls is often overlooked until it is too late,” said Valeria Chomore, National Director of Osaat Africa Health Foundation.
“Through these clinics, we are giving them the chance to detect conditions early, seek help, and live healthier lives. This is not just about screenings, it’s about access, and saving lives.”
Sonar scans are a critical tool in diagnosing both gynaecological and obstetric conditions, yet many women and girls in Namibia lack access due to financial constraints, distance, or lack of awareness.
Osaat Africa Health Foundation’s clinics bridge this gap by bringing reproductive health services directly to those who need them most.
The foundation will continue offering sonar clinics across different regions of Namibia as part of its ongoing commitment to women’s health. These clinics form a key pillar of the Foundation’s vison: to reduce preventable complications, empower women and girls with knowledge about their health, and strengthen healthcare access for marginalised communities.
Women and girls are encouraged to attend future clinics, and partners are invited to support this life-saving initiative.
In the photo: Pregnant women were among the girls and women screened through the Osaat Africa Health Foundation clinics in Katutura.
