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Namibia's Youngest Health Minister: Dr. Luvindao at 31
11/25/2025
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Story summary
- Dr. Esperance Luvindao was appointed Namibia’s minister of health and social services in March, becoming youngest health minister at 31.
- Previously, Botswana's Dr. Stephen Modise held the post at age 37.
- Luvindao is a physician and founder of a health care nonprofit.
- She holds a master's in health care management and pursues a public health doctorate.
- Namibia has women in its top three government positions and over half the cabinet.
