NWR halts dividends to focus on service despite 50% profit rise

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The Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) has resolved not to declare dividends this time around to improve service despite an increase in profit of up to 50%.

NWR's profit increased from N$45.4 million in 2023 to N$68.3 million in 2024.

Tourist-related crimes in Erongo up by 26%

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Crimes against tourists in the Erongo Region have seen an uptick of 26% between January and October this year, compared to the same period in 2024.

Forty-four cases were reported between January and October this year, compared to 35 reported during the same period last year.

Namibia to host inaugural Aviation Week Africa in 2026

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Namibia will host a three-day inaugural Aviation Week Africa next year. The initiative, launched in collaboration with Zambia, which is the birthplace of the concept, aims to promote sustainable growth and celebrate Africa's aviation sector.

Patron calls for SME inclusion at Erongo Expo

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The Erongo Business and Tourism Expo is underway in Walvis Bay, with the patron calling on organisers of similar events to include and sponsor local small and medium enterprises by providing them with free stalls.

Governor Gertze opens 69th Keetmanshoop Agricultural Expo

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The Governor of ||Kharas, Dawid Gertze, has officially opened the 69th edition of the Keetmanshoop Agricultural, Industrial and Tourism Expo (KAITE). 

The governor said the hosting of the annual event is a testament to collective spirit, resilience and unwavering commitment to progress. 

MIRT Minister urges Kunene businesses to explore mining and tourism

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The Minister of International Relations and Trade (MIRT), Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, has called on the business community in the Kunene Region to step out of their comfort zones and take advantage of the region's untapped economic potential, particularly in the mining and tourism sectors.

Outjo Municipality urged to embrace virtual tours

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Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has called on Outjo residents to take advantage of the tourism activities in the town, including setting up virtual tours. Theofelus was speaking at the opening of the Outjo Tourism and Trade Expo.

Namibia secures Bahamas’ support for interpol presidency candidate

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Namibia has lobbied support from The Bahamas for its candidate, Deputy Inspector-General Major Anna-Marie Nainda, in the race for the Interpol presidency.

The elections are scheduled to take place in November during the 93rd General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco.