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Travel News Namibia, your gateway to captivating narratives that transport you to the heart of Namibia’s enchanting landscapes, vibrant cultures, and awe-inspiring adventures. Here, we invite you to embark on a journey through the written word, where each article is a window into the soul of this extraordinary land. From tales of intrepid explorations across the vast deserts to encounters with the diverse wildlife that calls Namibia home, our stories are a celebration of the country’s natural wonders and the people who make it come alive.

February 25, 2016

Namibia Scientific Society events 29 Feb + 3 March

* Presentation by H.E. Deniz Çakar, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey in Namibia: Turkey - Island of stability in a turmoiled region; impacts of migration on Turkey and Turkey’s approach to Africa. * English presentation by Prof. Dr. David G. Senn, University of Basel: How the Brain functions in Animals and Humans.
February 23, 2016

Q & A with Strand Hotel Swakopmund

In 2015 the luxurious Strand Hotel Swakopmund opened. It was by far the most costly hotel project in the history of the country. In anticipation of visitors from all over the world that have not yet been to Swakopmund, or those that would simply like to know more about the quaint town, Strand Hotel decided to answer a few frequently asked questions.
February 19, 2016

African wild dog now a protected species in Namibia

According to the World Wildlife Fund, the African wild dog is one of the world's most endangered mammals. The largest populations remain in southern Africa and the southern part of East Africa. Namibia has finally taken the necessary steps to ensure the survival of this species.
February 17, 2016

Namibia Tourism Board teams up with Gazza

"Share My Namibia" is a social media and digital marketing campaign geared towards the promotion of domestic tourism and to grow Namibia Tourism Board's (NTB) online communities. The campaign aims to encourage local Namibians to discover more by travelling to new places and experiencing new activities within the borders of Namibia.
January 13, 2016

Explore Swakopmund on horseback

It is said that the Strand Hotel Swakopmund is the most ambitious hotel project in the history of Namibia. It has 125 rooms and is recognized as a four star hotel and the reason for this huge investment made by O&L Leisure is all the activities in and around Swakopmund. The Strand Hotel Swakopmund recommends exploring Namibia on horseback the next time you pay them a visit.