Also known as: Gondwana group
Gondwana Collection Namibia — hospitality group operating lodges and hotels across Namibia, partnering on conservation and tourism safety initiatives.
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The Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia sees leadership as conscious choice to serve people
“At Gondwana, leadership is seen as a conscious choice to serve the people around us.”
Gondwana Academy: Meet & Lead ProgrammeThe Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia has commitment to continuous learning, skills development and employee empowerment
“The accomplishment reflects Gondwana Collection Namibia's broader commitment to continuous learning, skills development and employee empowerment across all departments.”
Housekeeping Excellence Recognised at The WeinbergInformanté
Gondwana Collection Namibia reported widespread and encouraging rainfall across many properties between 1 July and 29 December 2025
“GONDWANA Collection Namibia has reported widespread and encouraging rainfall across many of its properties between 1 July and 29 December 2025, with particularly strong rain activity recorded in the Kavango and Zambezi regions, signalling a robust rainy season across large parts of the country.”
Widespread rainfall recorded across Gondwana lodges as rainy season intensifiesThe Namibian
Greenspace entered into a partnership with Gondwana Collection Namibia and PSG Wealth to enhance the Avis Dam
“This year, Greenspace entered into a partnership with Gondwana Collection Namibia and PSG Wealth with the aim of enhancing the Avis Dam by improving the recreational facilities.”
Greenspace: The volunteer group safeguarding Avis DamThe Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia has brought Hop'n'Go2 tourist shuttle to the coast
“Gondwana Collection Namibia has brought its much-talked-about tourist shuttle, Hop'n'Go2, to the coast, adding a fresh spark of colour, safety and storytelling to Namibia's popular holiday town.”
We’ve Gone Coastal, Seen Us Yet?The Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia offers Go2 Shuttle service for scheduled transfers via Namibia2Go
“For anyone needing scheduled transfers within Swakopmund, the coast, or between towns, Gondwana's Go2 Shuttle service (available via Namibia2Go) remains a dependable, bookable option for planned travel.”
We’ve Gone Coastal, Seen Us Yet?The Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia provides nationwide hospitality footprint for lodges and camps
“Along the way, nights unfold in a carefully curated mix of lodges, camps and glamping retreats part wilderness, part comfort all seamlessly threaded together through Gondwana Collection's nationwide hospitality footprint depending on availability, however, other accommodations are also used.”
Not for spectators: Gondwana’s Adventure ToursThe Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia has laid out the route for Adventure Tours with Travel Uncharted
“Gondwana Collection Namibia and Travel Uncharted have laid out the route.”
Not for spectators: Gondwana’s Adventure ToursThe Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia launched the Bushman Wisdom Experience at Kalahari Anib Lodge
“Gondwana Collection Namibia reveals its newest offering: the Bushman Wisdom Experience, an intimate morning awakening shaped by the timeless knowledge of the desert's earliest inhabitants.”
Kalahari Anib Lodge Launches Bushman Wisdom ExperienceThe Namibian
Gondwana Collection Namibia looks forward to welcoming guests into this meaningful new experience
“Gondwana Collection Namibia looks forward to welcoming guests into this meaningful new experience – one that honours tradition, supports responsible tourism, and celebrates the enduring knowledge of the Kalahari's first people.”
Kalahari Anib Lodge Launches Bushman Wisdom ExperienceThe Hospitality Association of Namibia says tourists find Windhoek lacks sufficient attractions and events, with feedback that museums and historical buildings are not properly promoted. While the city serves as a gateway to Namibia's tourism destinations, urban tourism remains limited to historic landmarks and township experiences.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Hospitality Association of Namibia says tourists find Windhoek lacks sufficient attractions and events, with feedback that museums and historical buildings are not properly promoted. While the city serves as a gateway to Namibia's tourism destinations, urban tourism remains limited to historic landmarks and township experiences.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Capricorn Group, which owns Bank Windhoek and Capricorn Asset Management, has been a top performer on the Namibia Securities Exchange with a 32.45% share price increase over the past 12 months. The NSX Overall Index rose 1.06% over the latest trading week, with mixed performance across listed companies.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Pupkewitz Toyota and Children in the Wilderness donated conservation equipment worth N$40,000 to rhino rangers protecting desert-adapted black rhinos in the Kunene Region. The donation, which includes backpacks, sleeping bags, binoculars, hiking shoes and knives, was distributed to rangers from Torra, Sesfontein and Anabeb conservancies.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Securities Exchange closed marginally higher on 6 July, with the NSX Local Index rising 0.04% and the NSX Overall Index advancing 0.63%, driven by gains in banking and investment counters including SBN Holdings, Capricorn Group, and FirstRand Namibia.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Meteorological Services predicts thundershowers will persist in //Kharas, Hardap, and eastern regions on Saturday, with warnings of flash flooding and windy conditions. Several areas are already flooded from ongoing rain and hail, making roads difficult to navigate.
20 June 2026 · Informanté →
Intense hailstorms and rainstorms have dominated the Hardap and //Kharas regions this week, with some areas recording over 40 millimetres of rainfall. Locations including Betta, Duwisib, and Mariental recorded substantial rainfall ranging from 36mm to 70mm during Thursday to Friday morning.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Widespread frost, rain and hail have affected Hardap and //Kharas regions, with several //Kharas towns recording rainfall between 8–24 mm. The Namibia Meteorological Services predicts strong winds and heavy thundershowers will continue across the south on Friday, with possible spread to central and eastern areas, raising flash flood risks.
18 June 2026 · Informanté →
Cold, rainy conditions and hail affected southern regions on Wednesday, with the Namibia Meteorological Services predicting heavy thundershowers, possible flash floods, and cold, windy weather on Thursday, particularly in the south, along with rain and low temperatures in eastern, central, and coastal areas.
17 June 2026 · Informanté →
Gondwana Collection Namibia held a reinforcement session for environment management teams and rangers from Gondwana Canyon Park and the Elephants, Rhino and People Anti-Poaching Unit to sharpen monitoring skills, including individual identification, health assessment, and behaviour observation to support the Black Rhino Sanctuary.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namushasha River Lodge, part of Gondwana Collection Namibia, closed from January to March for a comprehensive overhaul including a new thatch roof, updated guest areas, and a redesigned interior inspired by Bwabwata National Park and the Kwando River. The lodge reopened on 2 April and has received positive feedback.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Trans-Africa Rally 2026, an 8,135-kilometre cross-continental expedition, completed its Namibian leg after traversing Damaraland, Etosha National Park, and Divundu over 14 days, with participants now crossing into Botswana towards Chobe Game Lodge.
19 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Meteorological Service predicts rain showers across northern, central-eastern and extreme south-eastern interior regions on Tuesday, with strong winds expected in central and southern areas. Recent showers have already fallen on Outjo (12mm), Kamanjab and surrounding areas (14–20mm), and parts of Etosha National Park.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Training Authority conducted recognition of prior learning assessments for experienced waiters and other hospitality workers at Gondwana Collection Namibia across multiple regions in March, evaluating their practical and theoretical competencies against national benchmarks and awarding nationally recognised qualifications in tourism and hospitality disciplines under the Namibia Qualifications Framework.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A partnership between Greenspace Namibia, Gondwana Collection Namibia and PSG Wealth Namibia is developing Avis Dam as an urban green space, with a new dam warden appointed, information panels installed, and plans for further infrastructure and community engagement.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Etosha King Nehale lodge welcomed seven elders from Ongwediva and surrounding areas for a two-night stay, during which they shared their life stories and were taken on a game drive through Etosha National Park.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Admiral, a luxury hotel designed by Namibian architect Conrad Scheffer, broke ground on 10 April at Walvis Bay's Esplanade and is expected to open in December 2027. The development will feature 24 suites with ocean views and is part of Gondwana Collection Namibia's portfolio.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions experienced intense thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail, and strong winds mid-week, with Okahandja recording over 100 mm of rain and hail accumulation on Thursday. More rainfall is forecast for the weekend in central and northern regions, with authorities warning residents and motorists to avoid flooded areas.
24 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Kunene River's flow rate jumped from 785.90 cubic metres per second on 13 April to 1,442.6 m³/s on 16 April, according to Namibia's Hydrological Services. Communities downstream of Ruacana are advised to avoid flooded areas and remain on high alert for potential localised flooding.
18 April 2026 · Informanté →
Major intermittent rivers in the ||Kharas region have been flowing following recent heavy rains, though several roads are temporarily impassable. Despite the rainfall, water resources in southern Namibia remain under pressure due to high evaporation rates and limited groundwater recharge, with six southern dams currently storing 3% less water than a year ago.
10 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Heavy rain has persisted across multiple regions including Hardap, Omaheke, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas, with areas such as Welbedacht recording up to 50 mm. The public is cautioned to avoid flooded areas and exercise care while travelling, with further rainfall expected.
31 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Meteorological Services predicts heavy thunderstorms over the interior on Friday with potential for flash floods, following significant rainfall across the country this week including 70mm near Outjo. Authorities recommend activating flood contingency plans in identified flood-prone areas including the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango, Zambezi, and other vulnerable regions.
27 March 2026 · Informanté →
Former Miss Universe 1992 contestants, including Michelle McLean, concluded a reunion tour in Namibia with a visit to Michelle McLean Primary School in Otjomuise, celebrating education and youth empowerment initiatives. The event brought together 14 international titleholders to support efforts aimed at uplifting underprivileged youth through the Michelle McLean Children Trust.
26 March 2026 · Informanté →
Heavy showers and a severe windstorm hit multiple regions on Tuesday, with Grootfontein in Otjozondjupa most severely affected; the TyreMax Building had its roof completely blown off, prompting the municipality to warn residents against entering the structure or standing near unstable buildings. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue across Kunene, Erongo, Otjozondjupa, Khomas, and Hardap regions.
25 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Zambezi River has overflowed into eastern floodplains, submerging villages in Kabbe South and Kabbe North, while the Kavango and Chobe rivers also record high water levels. Communities along all three rivers have been advised to remain on alert and activate flood preparedness measures.
24 March 2026 · Informanté →
Water levels in Namibia's north-eastern rivers—including the Zambezi, Chobe, and Kavango—continued to rise this week, with the Zambezi at Katima Mulilo reaching 6.84 metres and the Kavango at Rundu surpassing 7 metres. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has warned the public to remain vigilant in flood-prone areas and recommended activation of flood risk mitigation and preparedness measures, particularly near the Zambezi River, where the river has overflowed its banks and floodwaters are spreading into the eastern Zambezi floodplains.
21 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Tourism Protection Unit and Gondwana Collection are collaborating to enhance visitor safety through initiatives including the 'Gondwana Traveller Passport' booklet and visible police presence at Hosea Kutako International Airport. The effort aims to provide arriving tourists with practical safety guidance and reassurance as they begin their journeys.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Gondwana Collection Namibia received nine Studiosus Quality Awards at ITB Berlin, representing 10% of the 89 global awards given by the prestigious German tour operator. The awards, based on guest feedback across service, atmosphere, comfort and cleanliness, recognise Gondwana as the only Namibian hospitality company honoured this year.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Michelle McLean, crowned Miss Universe in 1992, is hosting 14 former contestants from that year on a March safari tour across Namibia, visiting Okapuka, Swakopmund, and Etosha while showcasing her charitable foundation and conservation efforts in her home country.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia offered a nine-week certificate course in environmentally sustainable tourism management from September to November 2025, covering topics such as human-wildlife conflict mitigation, waste management, and social responsibility. Sixteen employees from Gondwana Collection Namibia participated in the course and received certification.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Gondwana Collection Namibia participated in Namibia National Career Week, showing about 5,000 pupils that tourism careers extend beyond visible roles like guides and lodge managers to include finance, conservation, marketing, human resources, and logistics. The company emphasised that success requires education, soft skills like curiosity and communication, and highlighted apprenticeship and internship programmes as practical entry points.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →