<p>Low Birth Weight (LBW) is a preventable public health concern. The World Health Organization estimates that about 30 million LBW babies are born annually. By 2015, the global prevalence of LBW is estimated at 15% - 20% with Sub Saharan Africa standing at 13%. The 2013 Namibia Demographic Health Survey recorded a 13% LBW prevalence, with Oshana region leading by 16%. LBW is coupled with serious health problems e.g., impaired mental development and increased risk of morbidity and mortality. We investigated maternal and sociodemographic factors associated with LBW new-borns in Intermediate Hospital Oshakati, to develop recommendations aimed at reducing LBW.</p>