Opposition confronts Health Minister over K3.2 billion budget amid hospital crisis

Opposition Leader James Nomane recently challenged Health Minister Elias Kapavore in Parliament regarding the ongoing deterioration of maternity services. Nomane highlighted the distressing reality that expectant mothers are frequently forced to deliver their babies on hospital floors due to a lack of adequate facilities. Despite repeated public outcry throughout 2025 and 2026, the opposition argues that the government has failed to address these systemic failures. The scrutiny comes as officials face pressure to justify the allocation of a K3.2 billion health budget. Critics contend that the current funding levels have not translated into tangible improvements for patients. The government is now being pressed to explain why these critical infrastructure and service gaps persist despite significant financial investment.

The confrontation underscores growing public concern over the effective management of national health funds and the urgent need to address substandard medical conditions for vulnerable citizens.