insert_link Business / Economics Tourism Sector Sustains Strong Growth The Hospitality Association says the tourism industry continues to recover steadily, with third-quarter room and bed occupancy exceeding both 2024 and pre-pandemic figures. Room occupancy rose by 2% compared to last year and nearly 1% higher than in 2019, while September recorded a 4% rise to just over 66%. Gitta Paetzold, the Hospitality Association CEO: today12 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Government to Launch New Visa on Arrival System in April Government will implement a new Visa on Arrival system for international travelers starting April 1, aiming to simplify travel logistics and enhance visitor experiences. The official launch of the e-visa platform is set for March 3, allowing travelers to apply in advance. The Namibia Tourism Board will introduce the system at ITB on March 3, sharing details with stakeholders. The Home Affairs ministry and other agencies emphasize that this move […] today19 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Lüderitz Becomes a Must-Visit Holiday Destination, Says Mayor Philipus Balhao Lüderitz is quickly becoming one of Namibia’s top holiday hotspots, with increasing numbers of visitors flocking to the town for its unique attractions. . With festive season excitement in the air, Lüderitz is the place to be this holiday season, offering a blend of history, heritage, and coastal charm. Mayor Philipus Balhao highlights the town's popular spots in an interview with our news team: today20 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa De Lille Slams Tourism Fund Delays in South Africa In South Afrca...The DA welcomes Tourism minister Patricia de Lille’s criticism of the Tourism Equity Fund’s slow pace in supporting small, medium, and micro-enterprises in the tourism sector. Since November last year, only 20 applications from businesses have been approved under the fund, amounting to 301-million-rand. The DA’s, Haseena Ismail, says the fund must prioritise supporting SMMEs with the potential to create and sustain jobs: Meanwhile, the eThekwini municipality's […] today18 December, 2024
