Indigenous midwives essential

KATIMA MULILO - Vice President Lucia Witbooi said indigenous midwives served as essential providers of maternal care long before modern healthcare was available

New Era11 Aug 2026, 10:00 am

National

2026-08-112026-08-11By Correspondent

KATIMA MULILO – Vice President Lucia Witbooi said indigenous midwives served as essential providers of maternal care long before modern healthcare was available in many rural and remote areas, hence the need to preserve knowledge that forms part of humanity’s shared heritage.

Originally published by New Era on 11 Aug 2026, 10:00 am. View original article