The Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN) has lauded the government for issuing visas on arrival at entry points in the Zambezi Region.

HAN CEO Gitta Paetzold describes the move as the highlight of the year for the tourism industry.

The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, rolled out the issuing of visas on arrival at the Katima Mulilo, Ngoma, and Impalila border posts last week.

Paetzold says the new development will not only contribute to the growth of the economy but also create an opportunity for more tourists to see the beautiful scenery Namibia has to offer.

She stresses that the move will further strengthen the tourism industry in the Transfrontier Conservation Areas, which include parks in Namibia, South Africa, Botswana, and Angola.

The Oshikango, Mohembo, Orangemund, and Noordoewer border posts will also introduce visa applications upon arrival next year.