One of the main problems in Namibia is how to deal with orphans and vulnerable children (OVC),
many of whom are left destitute as their parents succumb to HIV/AIDS. This study addresses this
issue by examining the information needs of OVC and caregivers and the information seeking
strategies of key stakeholders in managing the OVC situation in Namibia. Both qualitative and
quantitative- survey research methods were employed in this study. Questionnaires were posted to
various service providers who responded to the questions in their own time, while the interview
schedule was used for OVC and caregivers and was adjusted to meet their diverse situations. Focus
group discussions were also used for caregivers and informants in order to explore and capture
data on the respondents’ general attitudes, feelings, beliefs, experiences and reactions, which
would not be possible using individual interviews. A total sample of 566 OVC, 70 caregivers, and
19 service providers from both regions took part. Preliminary findings identify largely information
access, poverty and resource related problems. The study provides concrete recommendations on
how to improve information access and use by the stakeholders that includes, among others,
include networking and coordination of activities among the stakeholders involved, provision of
information in local languages, registration of organization dealing with OVC, enabling capacity
building forums, providing leadership, creating awareness forums and enabling resource support
from both government and philanthropists.