Etosha National Park, a jewel
of Namibia’s wildlife heritage and a cornerstone of Southern Africa’s
safari circuit, has recently faced one of its most severe environmental
crises. Since the wildfire outbreak on September 22, 2025, the park has
endured extensive damage, with over a third of its vast expanse scorched
by flames. Th… read more
For
international visitors exploring South Africa, there’s an added
incentive to shop before departure: the opportunity to reclaim
15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods taken
out of the country. With a minimum spend of just
R250 (VAT inclusive), this refund can make
your trip even more rewarding. Here’s… read more
Namibia’s government has
taken a decisive step to strengthen its position as a
tourism-friendly and investment-ready
nation by expanding its Visa on Arrival
(VoA) programme to cover 36 additional countries and
territories. This move, ratified during the country’s 19th Cabinet
meeting on September 2, … read more
As the anticipation for late
2025 and early 2026 escalates among adventure seekers and leisure
explorers, the latest guidance from the Thirty-First
Southern African Regional Climate Outlook Forum
(SARCOF-31) is setting the agenda for the region’s
upcoming tourism season. For Africa’s dynamic travel industry, this
for… read more
South
African National Parks (SANParks) has
announced temporary adjustments to the operating hours of certain shops
within the renowned Kgalagadi Transfrontier
Park for the month of September 2025. These changes,
prompted by routine monthly stocktaking, will directly impact visitor
routines at three … read more
As
international appetite intensifies for clean maritime
fuels, Namibia is positioning itself as a central player
in the emerging global green shipping economy. The country’s unique
geographic and natural advantages—especially its vast solar and wind
resources—are driving momentum for Namibia to become a vital
… read more
Namibia
has taken bold new steps to enhance its appeal as a leading destination
in Southern Africa, following the approval of key measures by the
country’s Cabinet aimed at simplifying international entry and
strengthening the tourism sector. According to a government statement
released on September 9, 2025, these decisions—adopted dur… read more
The
Namibian Roads Authority (RA) has
announced a major milestone in the country’s transport infrastructure:
the opening of newly completed sections of the Dr Hage G.
Geingob Freeway, formerly known as the Windhoek – Hosea
Kutako International Airport Road. This development marks a significant
leap f… read more
As
the global community prepares to mark World Tourism Day
2025, the spotlight falls on the transformative power of
tourism and its potential to reshape societies and economies across
Africa. This year’s theme, “Tourism and Sustainable
Transformation,” chosen by the United Nations World
Tourism Organ… read more
In
a strategic move that signals both caution and opportunity,
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced a
significant change to its much-anticipated 2027 World Cruise. The luxury
vessel EUROPA 2 will forego its planned
transit through the Red Sea and Suez Canal,
opting instead for a series … read more
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Etosha National Park Wildfires: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Amidst Recovery and Infrastr
Your 2025 Guide: How Foreign Visitors Can Claim 15% VAT Refund at South Africa’s Major Airports
Namibia Expands Visa on Arrival Scheme: 36 More Destinations Now Eligible, Digital Push Intensifies
Southern Africa’s 2025-2026 Climate Outlook Signals Strategic Opportunity for Sub-Saharan Operators
Kgalagadi Rest Camp Shop Hours Adjusted for September: Key Planning Tips for Park Visitors
Namibia Poised to Become Africa’s Premier Green Hydrogen Hub for Global Maritime Corridors
EUROPA 2’s New 2027 Itinerary Elevates Cape Town and Southern Africa on the Global Cruise Map
