tourism infrastructure

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 […]

February 19, 2025 25

Environment

Extreme weather in South Africa is disrupting tourism – research tracks the impact on coastal areas

By Kaitano Dube, Vaal University of Technology South Africa has experienced some extreme weather events in recent months. These have included floods and an uncommon tornado in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, floods in the Eastern Cape and mid-latitude cyclones in the Western Cape. Kaitano Dube, a human geographer who has researched tourism, extreme weather and resilience to climatic threats, says these severe storms are […]

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