Namibia Institute of Pathology Limited

29/10/2025

Happy Birthday Madam President!

We celebrate this special day in honour of your visionary leadership,dedication, and lifelong service to the people of Namibia.Your wisdom,compassion,and commitment continue to inspire and guide our nation toward a brighter future.

May your birthday be filled with joy, and may the year ahead bring you good health,strength and continued success.


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27/10/2025

NIP Hosts Renowned Harvard Professor

We had the honour of hosting Professor Alvaro Christian Laga, Associate Professor of Pathology at Harvard Medical School, for a Continuing Professional Development (CPD)-accredited presentation on “Modern Approach in Differential Diagnosis of Melanocytic Tumours of the Skin.”

The session was attended by a diverse group of health professionals with a keen interest in the diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions. The insightful presentation sparked valuable discussions and strengthened knowledge sharing in the field of pathology.

20/10/2025

Belated Happy Birthday, Dr.Zatjirua!

Wishing you lasting vitality, deeper insight, and countless rewarding years to come.

Hope your celebration was absolutely fantastic!


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20/10/2025

World Osteoporosis Day

It's Unacceptable!

No one should lose their strength and independence due to fragile bones.

At NIP, we’re committed to early detection of bone health issues, because prevention begins with knowledge.


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17/10/2025

🎉 Exciting Publication Alert! 🎉

We are proud to announce that our teams from MDU, Research and Development Unit, together with collaborators have published a new article in BioMed Central (BMC) Infectious Diseases:

Join us in congratulating our colleagues: Nathalia Garus-ôas,Dr. Cara Mia Dunaiski, Paulina N. Naupu, Ndahafa Frans, Dr. Andreas Shiningavamwe, Kapena Tjombonde, Dr Iyaloo N. Konstantinus, and collaborators. Your hard work is putting NIP on the map in infectious disease research!

“Molecular surveillance of influenza A and B in Namibia: seasonal patterns and clinical correlates (2021–2023)”

This is the first long-term molecular influenza surveillance study of its kind in Namibia and the data enhances our understanding of how influenza behaves locally — crucial for public health planning, early warning systems, and vaccine policy.

➡️ Read the full article here:
https://bmcinfectdis.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12879-025-11554-6


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Influenza viruses cause widespread respiratory illness. Due to limited surveillance, influenza dynamics in Namibia remain poorly understood. This study aimed to conduct molecular surveillance of influenza A and B viruses from 2021 − 2023, characterize circulating strains, and explore symptom c...

17/10/2025

It was a great pleasure for the Namibia Institute of Pathology Limited (NIP) to witness the launch of Problematic Mindsets: Volume II research summary during the SparkRx Youth Health Innovation Summit today, held at the One Economy Foundation Centre. The launch was officiated by the Minister of Health and Social Services, Honourable Esperance Luvindao. Former First Lady of Namibia, Madam Monica Geingob who is the Executive Chairperson of One Economy Foundation, was also in attendance.

This inspiring platform provided NIP with an opportunity to share insights about its Medical Innovation Hub, inaugurated in May 2025, which focuses on local manufacturing of laboratory consumables to enhance sustainability and innovation within Namibia’s healthcare system.

NIP remains committed to driving innovation, research, and collaboration for a healthier Namibia.

17/10/2025

Career opportunities at NIP!

For more details regarding these positions, please visit our website https://nip.mcidirecthire.com/default/External/CurrentOpportunities

15/10/2025

NIP Shines at the 2025 National Quality Awards.

We are proud to announce that the Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) has been awarded Second Place Runner-Up in the Large Enterprise Service of the Year category at the 2025 National Quality Awards, hosted by the Namibian Standards Institution (NSI) on 14 October 2025.

This recognition reflects our commitment to pathology service delivery and quality.


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15/10/2025

Global Handwashing Day

Be a Handwashing Hero!

At NIP, we believe heroes don’t need capes just clean hands.

Wash with soap, protect yourself and others, and help stop the spread of infections.


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15/10/2025

Career opportunities at NIP!

For more details regarding these positions, please visit our website https://nip.mcidirecthire.com/default/External/CurrentOpportunities

13/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Every test tells a story of courage, hope, and healing.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we celebrate every woman and every journey that reminds us: early detection saves lives.


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10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day - Mental Awareness Week

Mental Health Week | Top Up Together

Your mind deserves a recharge too.
This week, let’s pause, reflect, and care, for ourselves and each other.

Top up your mental health. Top up together.


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