Namibia Airports Company to Invest N$9.5 Million in Solar Power for Key Airports

Namibia Airports Company to Invest N$9.5 Million in Solar Power for Key Airports

The Namibia Airports Company is set to invest N$9.5 million in solar power at the country's major airports. The initiative involves the installation of solar photovoltaic plants at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Eros Airport, and Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport. Alongside the solar project, NAC will also develop Master Plans for all eight of Namibia's airports in the upcoming financial year, aiming to enhance long-term growth and operational efficiency.

October 17, 2024 9

Business / Economics

FlySafair launches Cape Town-Windhoek route

South African Civil Aviation Excellence Award winner, FlySafair is set to introduce a new twice-weekly service between Cape Town International Airport in South Africa and Hosea Kutako International Airport, starting on 22 October 2024. Namibia Airports Company Marketing Officer, Dan Kamati has the details. In addition to FlySafair’s new service, South African Airways is increasing its frequency between Johannesburg and Windhoek. Kamati weighs in on the positive impact […]

October 14, 2024 44

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Business / Economics

AirConnect adds daily flights between Johannesburg and Windhoek

AirConnect Namibia has announced a third daily flight between Johannesburg and Windhoek, starting 27 October 2024. The Namibia Airport Company's Dan Kamati said the new service plans, operated by SAA's A320 fleet, will provide greater flexibility for both business and leisure travelers.

October 2, 2024 23 4

Business / Economics

AviaDev Africa Conference explores investment opportunities

Global aviation industry leaders are in Windhoek for the Aviation Development Africa Conference, hosted by the Namibia Airports Company at the Movenpick Hotel. This annual forum brings together influential stakeholders, including airlines, airports, tourism boards, government officials, and industry experts. Here is the CEO of AviaDev Africa Jon Howell. Chairperson of the Namibia Airports Company Dr Leake Hangala says Namibia is looking for investment opportunities in the aviation sector.

June 19, 2024 104

Business / Economics

Namibia hosts Aviation Development Africa Conference

Namibia is hosting the Aviation Development Africa Conference this week in Windhoek. The Namibia Airports Company says that the event will boost tourism and draw global aviation industry leaders to Windhoek. With the theme ‘Igniting Connections and Propelling Growth,’ AviaDev Africa has become the leading platform for promoting air travel development on the continent. Here is NAC spokesperson, Dan Kamati with more on the conference. Global aviation industry leaders […]

June 17, 2024 46

Oshiwambo

Namibia otaka unganeka omutumba go Aviation Development Africa Conference.

Aaleli yoshikondo shomatukodhila otaaka tsakanena mo Windhoek oshiwike tashiya komutumba go Aviation Development Africa Conference. Omutumba otagu unganekwa ko Namibia Airports Company. Omushangwa gonena ogwati O NAC oyati omutumba gokomumvo otagu lalakanene okuyapo nuukumwe noku tala koompito dhoka tadhi fala kokweetapo omalweendo omape gomewandjo mu Africa. Omutumba otagu tameke mo 19-21 June,notagu eta pamwe aanipambuliko okuza momahangano gomatukodhila,guupale woodhila,yomapashiyono,aanambelewa yepangelo,naanongo moshikondo. Omahangano gomatukodhila ga konda 35,naakuthimbinga yeli 400 oya koleke […]

June 11, 2024 19

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Namibia’s new visa regime: a step backward for tourism and economic growth

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”, aimed at increasing international flights and connectivity. The implementation of stricter visa requirements could have a detrimental impact on various sectors of […]

June 4, 2024 10

Namibia

Namibia’s Air connectivity project targets economic growth

The Namibia Airports Company has partnered with stakeholders including the City of Windhoek and the Namibia Tourism Board in efforts to improve the country's competitiveness. CEO of the Namibia Airports Company, Bisey Uirab held a briefing about the matter, which was covered by our sister station, Hit Radio.

March 12, 2024 27

Namibia

Namibia Airports Company waives parking fees for Geingob’s funeral

Hosea International Airport short-term parking fees will be waived for the public from Friday 23 February 2024 to Monday 26 February 2024 to support the smooth facilitation of delegates arriving and departing for late President Dr. Hage Geingob's funeral. Namibia Airports Company spokesperson, Dan Kamati has urged passengers and all airport users to be vigilant for possible traffic delays to and from HKIA and Eros Airport between 22 February to […]

February 22, 2024 36