TB Free Foundation of Namibia
Breaking Barriers
to End TB
Every year on March 24th, the world unites to raise awareness about tuberculosis. Together, we can end the epidemic.
World TB Report · Namibia 2025
The Burden
Every year in Namibia,
13,000
people are diagnosed with TB
422
per
100k
1,600+
Children
Per year
Over 1,600 Namibian children are diagnosed with TB every year — most under age 5
32% TB–HIV
Co-infection
Dual burden
1 in 3 TB patients in Namibia also has HIV — both must be treated together
TB is
Curable
85%+ success
With free treatment at every Namibian clinic, 85%+ of TB patients fully recover
TB Symptoms · Early Detection Saves Lives
Know the Signs
If you have any of these,
Get
Tested
early diagnosis saves lives
4
Key
Signs
Persistent
Cough
Any duration
Coughing for 2+ weeks — don't wait
Fever &
Night Sweats
Recurring
Persistent fever and drenching sweats
Weight
Loss
Unexplained
Rapid loss with no apparent cause
Extreme
Fatigue
Persistent
Tiredness that rest can't fix
HIV–TB Co-infection · Namibia
Critical Connection
People with HIV are
20×
more likely to develop TB
#1
Killer of
PLHIV
20× Higher
TB Risk
Immune vulnerability
HIV destroys the cells that contain M. tuberculosis, turning latent TB into active disease
32% of TB
Patients
Also have HIV
1 in 3 TB patients in Namibia is co-infected — both infections must be treated simultaneously
85% Recover
with Dual Tx
ARV + TB treatment
Both ARV and TB treatment are free at every Namibian MoHSS clinic
Workplace Health · TB Prevention
Workplace Health
TB hits hardest in the workforce —
60%
of cases are in working-age adults
High-Risk
Sectors
Mining · Healthcare
Crowded, poorly ventilated environments put workers at greatest risk of exposure
Annual
Screening
Healthcare workers
Healthcare workers exposed daily — yearly TB screening is essential and saves lives
Know Your
Rights
Protected by law
Workers cannot be dismissed for TB under Namibian labour law
Free Testing & Treatment · MoHSS Clinics
Free at Every Clinic
Results in as little as
3 days
TB confirmed or cleared — start treatment immediately
Visit Any
Clinic Free
No appointment needed
Any MoHSS health facility in Namibia — walk in, no referral required
3-Day
Results
Xpert MTB/RIF
World's most accurate rapid TB test — results in as little as 3 days
6-Month
Cure Free
Full treatment course
Complete 6-month course at no cost — stopping early causes drug resistance
Recovery Journey · TB Treatment Timeline
Recovery Journey
With consistent treatment,
6 months
to become completely TB‑free for life
Day 1
Start
Today
Week 2
No Longer Infectious
Safe for family
After just 2 weeks of treatment you are no longer contagious to those around you
Month 2
Feeling Stronger
Major milestone
Most patients notice significant energy improvement — continue to the end
Month 6
TB Free!
Complete the course
Stopping early causes drug resistance — complete all 6 months for a permanent cure
Paediatric TB · Protecting Namibia's Children
Focus: Children
Every year in Namibia,
1,600+
children diagnosed with TB — most under age 5
FREE
Paediatric
Treatment
1,600+
Per Year
Diagnosed annually
Every year in Namibia, over 1,600 children are diagnosed with TB — a preventable disease
Any Cough
Is a Warning
Don't wait 2 weeks
In children, even a short cough can indicate TB — act on any symptom immediately
Free & Fast
Diagnosis
All children
Testing and treatment are completely free for all children at every MoHSS clinic
Our Progress · World TB Day 24 March 2026
Our Progress
Since 2015, Namibia has achieved a
25%
reduction in TB cases — but the fight is not over
2030
END TB
Target
87%
Treatment Success
Nationally
87% of TB patients in Namibia successfully complete treatment — free drugs at every MoHSS facility
50,000+
People Tested
Through campaigns
Community outreach across all 14 Namibian regions — finding TB before it spreads
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The TB Free Foundation of Namibia
A not-for-profit civil society organization established to work collaboratively towards the END TB goals and advocate for TB patients throughout Namibia.
The organization is dedicated to the fight against tuberculosis (TB) and the creation of a world free from the disease. Our mission is deeply rooted in advocating for the rights of TB patients, ensuring equitable access to healthcare, diagnostics, and treatment, and increasing awareness and education about TB in our communities.
Founded by a TB survivor who faced stigma and isolation, we fight every day for those who do not have a voice.
Learn more about us What We Stand For
Our work is rooted in advocacy, education, and community empowerment to fight TB at every level.
Patient Advocacy
We actively support TB patients, ensuring equitable access to healthcare, diagnostics, and treatment across Namibia.
Community Engagement
We train TB champions and mobilize communities to raise awareness, educate, and reduce stigma around tuberculosis.
Research & Innovation
We develop and support innovative strategies and community-based approaches to improve TB care and treatment outcomes.
Policy Engagement
We engage with policymakers to ensure TB patients' rights are protected and push for equitable access to healthcare.
Awareness & Education
We increase awareness about TB through strategic campaigns, educational programs, and survivor stories that break down stigma.
Reaching the Vulnerable
We facilitate outreach to marginalized and vulnerable populations, extending healthcare access to those who would otherwise be overlooked.
Our Impact in Action
TB Free joins The Ministry of Health and Social services for a conference in Luderitz, Namibia for TB Day, re-establishing the commitment to working towards a future free of TB (tuberculosis) by the year 2030.
TB Day with The Ministry of Health and Social Services
Community Projects
The TB Free Foundation of Namibia donates two e-bikes with functional tracking devices to the Tsumkwe region in Namibia.
Every Year on 24 March
World TB Day
Each year we commemorate World TB Day to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of tuberculosis and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic.
Learn MoreActively Changing the TB Game
Join us in our mission to create a Namibia free of tuberculosis. Every contribution, every voice, and every action counts in the fight against TB.
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