Tourism Officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, emphasised the need to enhance Namibia's tourism industry, ensure the safety of tourists and promote world-class customer service as the 2025 cruise liner season gets underway in Walvis Bay. 

Several ships are set to dock throughout March, including the return of the MSC Musica, which brought over 3,000 passengers to the harbour town, and the arrival of the MSC World Europa. 

Nine additional passenger liners are expected to dock.

The simultaneous arrival of these cruise ships marks the beginning of an important safety campaign led by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, in collaboration with the Municipality of Walvis Bay.

The safety campaign, which commenced last week, is set to run until the first of April.

Nambala expressed hope that this campaign will contribute to fostering a safer and more enjoyable environment for both tourists and residents alike.

"Our aim is to guarantee the safety of passenger liners and provide them with a comfortable environment by disinfecting the vessels. Additionally, we aim to raise awareness about safety protocols and crime prevention. To ensure their safety, we will educate them by disseminating safety tips and highlighting some of the top attractions in Walvis Bay."

In a bid to further enhance safety and security for tourists, the Tourist and Safari Association of Namibia has donated approximately 50 caps and t-shirts to the Walvis Bay Municipality. 

These items will be distributed to registered taxi drivers to appear more uniform, presentable, and easily identifiable to cruise liner passengers arriving at the port.