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Discover Airlines connects Africa with first direct flights from Munich to Windhoek
From March 2025, Discover Airlines, a German-carrier, would be introducing flights to a range of new long-haul destinations. The new flights ar… read more
UK Okays Namibia's proposed visa regime
The high commissioner of the United Kingdom (UK), Charles Moore, says the UK accepts the Namibian government's proposal to impose a new visa regime on 31 countries.
The countries which would be slapped with a visa requirement do not reciprocate Namibia's visa-on-arrival policy. Moore says every nation, including Namibia and t… read more
Press Realease: SADC on Namibia Visa Regime
The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance has expressed deep concern over Namibia's proposed restrictive visa regime, which could severely hamper the country's tourism industry and economic growth.
This policy shift appears to contradict Namibia Airports Company’s recently launched air access strategy, “Air Connect Namibia”, a… read more
Germany: Discover Airlines launches a new service to Namibia
German leisure airline Discover Airlines, owned by the Lufthansa Group, is set to launch a new service to Namibia.
The airline will introduce a ne… read more
Tourism Ministry digs in on new visa regime
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says it believes the visa regime for citizens from countries that do not grant visa-free entry to Namibians will have minimal impact on the country's tourism industry.
However, ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda says they will assess how the situation unfolds.
The new visa regime by … read more
AviaDev Africa 2024: Namibia Tourism Board to host welcome reception for delegates
AviaDev Africa, the continent’s leading platform dedicated to growing connectivity to, from and within the African continent, is set for its 8th edition and maiden event in Windhoek, Namibia.
The top tier aviation event will gather airlines, airports, tourism authorities, governments and industry suppliers under one roof to u… read more
Tourism frontline workers get training
The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) is conducting a two-day training workshop at Walvis Bay for frontline workers in the tourism industry to improve customer service standards.
According to a statement issued by the organisers, the training is held in collaboration with the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB) at… read more
Tough times ahead for Tourism after visa bombshell
The Namibian tourism industry anticipates a drastic decrease in tourist arrivals following a decision by the Cabinet to impose a visa regime on certain countries. These countries include those not reciprocating Namibia's visa-on-arrival policy.
The decision was made last week and is set to affect jobs in the tourism industry,… read more
Emirates’ rebound in Southern Africa nearing pre-pandemic numbers
In the dynamic global aviation landscape, Emirates Airline has distinguished itself for its resilience and adaptability, particularly in the Southern African region.
With a strategic approach that balances consolidation, growth, and a deep understanding of local preferences, Emirates has navigated the challenges presented … read more
Nationals from these 31 countries will soon need a visa to enter Namibia
The Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has published a media release regarding the implementation of visa requirement for non-reciprocating countries.
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