Namibia records an increase in malaria deaths 2021-04-26 Namibia recorded 43 malaria deaths in 2020, compared to seven that were recorded the previous year, with the Kavango East and West, Ohangwena and Zambezi regions most affected. This information was shared by health and social services minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula in light of World Malaria Day, which was observed yesterday. World Malaria Day is observed internationally every year on 25 April and recognises global efforts to control malaria. Globally, 3.3 billion people in 106 countries are at risk of malaria. Shangula told New Era that malaria in Namibia is endemic in 10 regions: Kavango East and West, Ohangwena, Zambezi, Omusati, Oshikoto, Oshana, Kunene, Otjozondjupa and Omaheke – regions that have favourable environmental conditions for its transmission.