May 8, 2013
Onjala Lodge and Game Reserve situated about 75km noth-east of Windhoek officially opened its brand new observatory last weekend. Now guests have the opportunity to gaze […]
Stories
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.
May 8, 2013
Text by Linda Baker & photographs Trygve Cooper A dusty track meanders across a vast golden plain, edged with rocky outcrops. As the Cruiser rattles towards […]
May 8, 2013
Text by Abigail Amos Although the baobab richly deserves its place as a symbol of sub-Saharan Africa, the extraordinary sausage tree is equally interesting and much […]
May 7, 2013
Text Marita van Rooyen Main photograph by Paul van Schalkwyk “Think of a choir. When everyone knows the words to a song, it is a beautiful […]
May 7, 2013
by Joh Henschel, EnviroMEND & Nicky Jenner,Flora International Can the continued drive for economic development align with conserving the integrity of ancient desert systems, unique biodiversity […]
May 7, 2013
An integrated approach to conserve biodiversity and landscapes By Samson Mulonga There’s copper in them thar hills, diamonds in that thar desert, guano on them thar […]
May 7, 2013
Text Samson Mulonga Hardworking, persevering, reliable, always on time. These are the words SPAN Project staff and MET colleagues associate with the youngest member of the […]
May 7, 2013
Text by Denyse Faulkner, Nick de Voss and Vanessa Groenewald / Photographs Linda Baker, Shedrick Kaseba Let’s kick this one off with a nail, a horse and […]
May 7, 2013
Madam Sustainable Development Text Samson Mulonga “Sustainable development is about balancing human needs with the protection of the natural environment in a way that does not […]
May 7, 2013
Lions are the biggest draw card for tourists to Africa. Without these majestic animals, I foresee a collapse of the economy. Sadly, the local communities will […]
May 6, 2013
A new study forecasts that wildlife, tourism are wise investments Text Linda Baker, Former SPAN Communications Officer Photographs by Paul van Schalkwyk and SAIEA Climate change […]
May 6, 2013
Text Rosalia Iileka Branding is about creating a recognisable image: one that symbolises uniqueness and to which people can have an emotional connection. One that encourages […]
May 6, 2013
Ready for the tough challenge Text Rosalia Iileka “It was a wonderful experience to be involved in and work with the SPAN Project from its inception […]
May 6, 2013
A nexus that needs to empower nationally Text Jonas Nghishidi & Samson Mulonga Photographs: Samson Mulonga From a small wooden hut on a riverbank of the […]
May 6, 2013
Text Michael Sibalatani, NAMPLACE Project Manager Conservation of biodiversity at landscape level is a phrase that is fast gaining momentum around the world. Namibians can take […]
May 6, 2013
The most valuable renewable natural resource in Africa Text and photographs Helge Denker The moniker ‘rhino security’ immediately indicates that there is an imminent, serious threat. […]
May 6, 2013
Message from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Global biodiversity loss continues at a crisis rate. The number of species under threat does not cease to grow, […]
May 6, 2013
A message from Minister Uahekua Herunga on conservation in Namibia … Our protected areas are a national heritage that play the role of laboratories for biodiversity […]
May 5, 2013
One of the things that distinguishes Namibia is the fact that our entire dune studded coastline, home to the Namib desert, is under some type of […]
May 4, 2013
Watch our video of Urs concocting his homemade herb vinaigrette Story By Ron Swilling With the understanding of exquisite food combinations accumuldate from years of experience, […]