October 30, 2013
“We applaud Namibia for sticking to a difficult concept of sustainable utilisation of their natural resources! It took 10 years for the programme to start to […]
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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.
October 30, 2013
… “And this story is based on the sustainable use of our natural resources.” Namibia’s former Tourism Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged the Adventure Travel community gathered […]
October 30, 2013
Text & Photos Marita van Rooyen “The tigerfish is Africa’s premier freshwater game fish. With its large razor-sharp teeth and torpedo-shaped body, there is nothing quite like […]
October 29, 2013
The global leader in guided active adventure travel, REI Adventures presented the Namibian Conservation Guards with its 2013 Sustainable Tourism Award. Through the award, 500 guards […]
October 29, 2013
Text Marita van Rooyen Woven grass baskets have been around since the age of the sun gods, tokoloshes, and traditional bush doctors. But somewhere along the […]
October 29, 2013
At the relaxed and culturally infused opening of the Adventure Travel World Summit 2013 (ATWS 2013) at the Parliament Gardens on Saturday, Uahekua Herunga, Minister of […]
October 28, 2013
Global conservation organization WWF has recognized Namibia for its outstanding conservation achievements. The Namibian President, His Excellency Hifikepunye Pohamba, was presented with a WWF Gift to the Earth Award […]
October 26, 2013
At the 7th annual Tree Awards 2013 several organisations and people were honoured for their work in preserving Namibia’s natural tree heritage. The winners were: Almut […]
October 25, 2013
On the eve of the official start of the Adventure Travel World Summit Saturday, Team Destination in conjunction with the World Indigenous Tourism Alliance (WINTA) is […]
October 24, 2013
The Hilton Windhoek Hotel was picked as Namibia’s Leading Hotel at the recent 2013 World Travel Awards in Kenya. In a statement, Jan Van der Putten, […]
October 24, 2013
Compiled Marita van Rooyen Namibia is an adventure destination to be explored and conquered all year round. This year the wide range of adventures on offer […]
October 23, 2013
Yesterday the Ministry of Environment and Tourism issued a statement in which it sent out a call to all Namibians to show delegates attending the Adventure […]
October 23, 2013
Text and photographs Ron Swilling Mopane worms, grittyy mahangu porridge, thick sour milk and hard-shelled makalani fruit may not be everyone’s choice of cuisine but, if […]
October 23, 2013
Air Namibia has announced the appointment of Swiss National Rene Gsponer as the new Chief Operating Officer for the airline, with effect from November 4. According […]
October 22, 2013
Compiled Marita van Rooyen Namibia is an adventure destination to be explored and conquered all year round. This year the wide range of adventures on offer […]
October 21, 2013
Two days after lighting fire consumed the entire Visitors Centre at the Cheetah Conservation Fund’s (CCF) International Field Research and Education Centre, the feeling was almost […]
October 20, 2013
“Our products connect with local culture. We work with people’s strengths and so develop unique products together,” explains Karin le Roux, director of the Omba Arts […]
October 18, 2013
Team Namibia announced the results of its logo voting competition this week. The logo vouched as most popular by the public has been identified as “Logo […]
October 18, 2013
Keep the winter chill at bay with these beautiful, soft mohair blankets by Ibenstein Weavers. The blankets are woven with 50% mohair and 50% merino wool […]
October 18, 2013
Text Ron Swilling Just when I thought I was getting to know the intriguing country of Namibia, I paid a visit to the north and discovered […]