National Assembly approves new mental health law
The National Assembly has finalised and adopted the mental health amendment bill of 2025 following extensive debate, paving the way for its consideration by the National Council. The proposed legislation introduces a modern, rights-based framework aimed at strengthening mental healthcare services, protecting patients and addressing growing mental health challenges facing Namibia. Among its key provisions […] The post National Assembly approves new mental health law appeared first on The Namibian

The National Assembly has finalised and adopted the mental health amendment bill of 2025 following extensive debate, paving the way for its consideration by the National Council.

The proposed legislation introduces a modern, rights-based framework aimed at strengthening mental healthcare services, protecting patients and addressing growing mental health challenges facing Namibia.


