Leaders at various levels in the Erongo Region have recommitted themselves to unlocking the tourism sector’s full potential.

The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, stated that other towns should also benefit from the seasonal opportunities generated by this year's annual Lüderitz Crayfish Festival.

Zaamwani made the remarks during a gala dinner of the Lüderitz Crayfish Festival.

Two people died in a trail derail near Keemanshoop this morning. 

The deceased have been identified as South African national Hendrik Du Plessis and Richard Wimmerth who were the drivers.

The accident occurred along the railway line between Seeheim and Holoog 68 kilometers near Keetmanshoop.

The Omaheke Region will host this year's Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia pageants, bringing one of the country's biggest national events to the region. 

The prestigious events will be held on 31 July and 1 August, respectively.

The Tourism Supporting Conservation (TOSCO) has developed a new model for tourism to contribute to climate resilience through the ReGen Namibia programme.

The organisation launched the framework on Wednesday. 

Ten countries have reaffirmed diplomatic relations with Namibia, identifying priority areas of cooperation including trade, tourism, infrastructure development, and various exchange programmes.

The government has invested N$88 million in the 2024/2025 financial year for the second phase of development of the Luderitz Waterfront.  

Following last year's wildfire in Etosha National Park, little evidence remains in certain areas. Core visitor areas stayed unaffected after the fire raged toward the end of September.

The newly appointed camp manager of the Khorixas Rest Camp, Twamangululwa Ndakeva, has expressed excitement about being put in charge of the affairs of the rest camp.

Namibians are heeding the call to explore their own country and boost domestic travel. During a visit at the Namibia Wildlife and Resort's Dolomite Eco-camp, the NBC News team met with those who are doing just that.
 
Dolomite Camp is located in the Etosha National Park and opened in 2011.