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24 April 2026
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Gondwana Collection Namibia

Also known as: Gondwana · the hospitality group

Gondwana Collection Namibia — hospitality and tourism company operating lodges and sanctuaries across Namibia, recognized for conservation and staff development initiatives.

Tourism & Environment

Namibia urges regional tourism cooperation amid new air links

The News

The Namibia Tourism Board chief says Namibia must collaborate with neighbouring countries to attract long-distance tourists who want multi-country itineraries. The remarks came as Proflight Zambia announced direct flights between Windhoek and Lusaka starting March 2026, operating three times weekly to support regional tourism and travel connectivity.

2 February 2026 · New Era

Monday 2 February

  1. Namibia urges regional tourism cooperation amid new air links

    The Namibia Tourism Board chief says Namibia must collaborate with neighbouring countries to attract long-distance tourists who want multi-country itineraries. The remarks came as Proflight Zambia announced direct flights between Windhoek and Lusaka starting March 2026, operating three times weekly to support regional tourism and travel connectivity.

    2 February 2026 · New Era

Saturday 24 January

  1. Gondwana Academy launches leadership development programme

    Gondwana's Meet & Lead Programme offers Windhoek-based team leaders monthly full-day sessions to develop leadership skills, self-awareness, and empathetic communication over six months. Launched in 2023, the programme prioritises building real relationships and mindful leadership over hierarchical authority, with 12 leaders participating annually.

    24 January 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Weinberg housekeeping staff earn level 3 hospitality qualifications

    Two housekeeping professionals at The Weinberg Windhoek, Sofia Nakanyala and Bernadine Sem, have attained level 3 qualifications in hospitality and tourism through the Namibia Training Authority via recognition of prior learning, which formally acknowledges skills gained through practical workplace experience. The achievement reflects Gondwana Collection Namibia's commitment to employee development and skills growth in the hospitality sector.

    24 January 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 2 January

  1. Gondwana lodges report strong rainfall across Namibia properties

    Gondwana Collection Namibia has recorded widespread rainfall across its properties between July and December 2025, with particularly strong rain in the Kavango and Zambezi regions, the Etosha Collection, and the Kalahari region, bringing renewed vitality to ecosystems across Etosha and the Kalahari.

    2 January 2026 · Informanté

Thursday 1 January

  1. Heavy rains close B1 bypass near Windhoek after flood damage

    The Roads Authority has closed the Swartz River Bridge bypass on the B1 road between Windhoek and Okahandja after heavy rains washed it away, with motorists advised to use the dual carriageway instead. Weather authorities warn of continued moderate to heavy rainfall and possible flash floods across Kunene, Erongo East, Otjozondjupa and central northern regions.

    1 January 2026 · Informanté

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