The Ministry of Health and Social Services in Namibia has announced that it will halt the recruitment of new staff.
In a statement released by the ministry, the pause applies to all ongoing hiring processes across its departments. The decision was made without a public explanation of the underlying reasons.
Health workers and administrators in the country have noted that the move could affect staffing levels in public hospitals and clinics. The ministry has said it will keep the recruitment freeze in place until further notice.
Officials have not yet indicated when or if the hiring of new personnel will resume. The halt follows a review of the ministry’s staffing needs and budgetary allocations, according to internal reports.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services will continue to manage existing staff and patient care services while the recruitment freeze remains in effect.
<small>Source: AllAfrica — read the original story there.</small>
