TOURISM contributed approximately 14,9% of Namibia's GDP and 15,4% of total employment in 2019, according to estimates by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) . More than one million travellers visit Namibia annually. Worryingly,…
Okaukukejo waterhole live streams on DSTV
NAMIBIA Wildlife Resorts (NWR) has gone a step further in giving animal enthusiasts a treat by installing a live stream camera at the Okaukuejo waterhole. The company's spokesperson, Nelson Muremi Ashipala, yesterday said the live…
FlyNamibia expands domestic network… launches thrice-weekly Eros-Walvis flights
Privately-owned FlyNamibia yesterday launched its inaugural scheduled flights that will link Windhoek and Walvis Bay as the airline seeks to rapidly expand its domestic network. The new thrice-weekly service will be operated on Mondays, Wednesdays…
Namibia launches Digital Nomad Visa
NAMIBIA is again selling her scenic landscapes, safety, and good internet connectivity to professionals who are location-independent and self-sufficient, to come and live, work and travel hassle-free in Namibia for up to six months. The…
Namibia introduces revised accommodation rates for locals, SADC…
Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), a Namibian state-owned enterprise mandated to run the tourism facilities within the country, has introduced a Southern African Development Community (SADC) and domestic reward plan that offers lower prices for accommodation…
NTB decries limited air capacity
Although the Bank of Namibia’s quarterly bulletin hints at a recovery in the tourism sector due to increased tourist arrivals, the Namibia Tourism Board identified a serious need for more air capacity to increase arrivals…
Mutorwa wants clean environment for tourists
THE minister of works and transport, John Mutorwa, has encouraged Namibians to work towards a litter-free environment and clean road reserves to create a pleasant travelling experience for prospective investors and tourists. Mutorwa said this…
Do you need a visa to go to…
Welcome to Namibia! One of the world’s newest countries and also one of the least densely populated, Namibia is among southern Africa’s top tourism and adventure destinations. With its stunning and varied topography, Atlantic coastline,…
World Tourism Day celebrated – Consented efforts and…
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) believe the time is now to transform the future of local tourism and build a sustainable and inclusive sector to the benefit of the majority of people.…
ICC T20 World Cup trophy tour highlights local…
The tour of the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup trophy across the country has allowed the nation’s tourism industry a platform to highlight what it has to offer to the world an executive…
Airlink acquires 40% stake in FlyNamibia
Independent South African-based airline, Airlink is acquiring a 40% strategic equity holding in privately-owned Windhoek-based FlyNamibia. According to a joint statement released this week, the venture will allow Airlink and FlyNamibia to support Namibia’s National…
Namibia seeks women empowerment, tourism promotion through int’l…
For the first time in Miss Namibia history, four representatives from the southwestern African nation will feature on different international platforms, an executive announced Monday. The Miss Namibia title holders have been selected to represent…