Apparent job losses through Etosha ban
The Namibian established that more than 100 tour guides and drivers could lose their jobs through the ban on empty Safari vehicles in Etosha. According to tour operators, more than … Read More
Namibia Air gets first approvals
The plans to introduce a new government-owned airline may proceed. The proposed Namibia Air got the necessary first licenses from the Transportation Commission of Namibia. The Air Services Licences form … Read More
Positive records on crime against tourists
Tourism Protective Subdivision of the Namibian Police (Nampol) has recorded far less cases of crime against tourists. According to Inspector Christina DaFonsech-Shikongo, who leads the subdivision since February 2026, her … Read More
Namibia Air will initially fly with 7 aircraft
The new public airline, Namibia Air has applied for the necessary licenses to fly nationally, regionally and internationally. Initially, Namibia Air plans with seven aircrafts, namely four Embraer 145, similar … Read More
Room Occupancy steadily rising
In May 2026, the room occupancy rate index increased again, for the 3rd consecutive month on a monthly basis. In particular, accommodation* establishments in northern and southern regions reported a … Read More
Passenger movements at airports in May
In May, nearly 100,000 passengers moved through the Namibian airports operated by Namibia Airports Company (NAC). This is a strong increase of more than five percent compared to the same … Read More
4 most unserved flight routes ex WDH
Aircraft company Embraer annually publishes its report of the most unserved flight routes in Africa. In the 2026 edition, Namibia is four times mentioned in an overall of 55 analyzed … Read More
Duwisib Castle remains closed
Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) announced that Duwisib Castle in Hardap region will remain closed until further notice. The historically important building, that was used by NWR as one of their … Read More
OL Leisure showcases re-imagined Mokuti Etosha
OL Leisure showcased the fully re-imagined Mokuti Etosha* to invited guests, marking the completion of a N$260 million transformation carried out since 2022. The Right Honourable Dr. Ngurare, Prime Minister of the … Read More
NTB Europe relocates
Effective 1 July 2026, the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) Europe Office relocated to new premises in the heart of Frankfurt, Germany, marking another step in strengthening NTB’s presence and operations … Read More
