Also known as: NTB · Namibian Tourism Board
Namibia Tourism Board — state organization responsible for tourism promotion and SME training, facing financial scrutiny over executive spending and budget overruns.
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The Namibian
Namibia Tourism Board paid lawyers N$1.4 million to preside over a disciplinary hearing
“The Namibian last year reported that the Namibia Tourism Board paid lawyers N$1.4 million to preside over a disciplinary hearing.”
RA managers fired at public cost of N$2.6 millionThe Namibian
Namibia Tourism Board represented Namibia at Africa's Travel Indaba
Informanté
Namibia Tourism Board will register tour guides from lodges authorised as shuttle service operators
“These are Grow Namibia, trading as About Adelt Sossusvlei Management, and tour guides employed by lodges within and around the Namib-Naukluft Park who are registered with the Namibia Tourism Board and transporting their own clients.”
Deadvlei access restricted to authorised shuttles from MayThe Namibian
Namibia Tourism Board has bought a N$1.5-million luxury vehicle for its CEO
“The Namibia Tourism Board has bought a N$1.5-million luxury vehicle for its chief executive, Sebulon Chicalu, despite internal warnings regarding overspending and potential financial instability.”
NTB boss gets N$1.5m carThe Namibian
Namibia Tourism Board is hosting a two-day tourism training and financial literacy workshop for SMEs in Windhoek
“The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) in collaboration with First National Bank (FNB) Namibia is hosting a two-day tourism training and financial literacy workshop for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Windhoek.”
Tourism board, FNB empower entrepreneursThe Namibian
Namibia Tourism Board held entrepreneurship and compliance training programme in Windhoek
“This was shared by Namibia Tourism Board chief executive Sebulon Chicalu during a recent entrepreneurship and compliance training programme in Windhoek.”
97% of Namibian SMEs non-bankableNew Era
Namibia Tourism Board held stakeholder engagement session with hunting tourism operators
“This was raised during the Namibia Tourism Board stakeholder engagement session held on Wednesday in Windhoek.”
Black Namibians’ hunting tourism participation a concernInformanté
Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) designed and produced two banner images at thousands of Namibian dollars
“TWO banner images, designed and produced at thousands of Namibian dollars and used by the Namibian Tourism Board (NTB) to promote the wildlife of the country at the most influential tourism fairs in Europe, USA, Asia, the Middle East, and the African Continent, again exposed the environment ministry and its agencies, like the NTB and NWR, as totally ignorant.”
NTB awarded “Mamparra” of the yearInformanté
Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) used banners depicting Thompson's Gazelle, which does not occur in Namibia, and AI-altered elephant
“The two banners depicted a Thompson's Gazelle, which does not and has never occurred in Namibia, and a AI 'slop' elephant, altered to look as if it were in motion with a human-like foot and right hind leg, evoking laughter and embarrassment in equal measure at an event in one of Windhoek's most exclusive hotels meant to promote Namibian wildlife that actually doesn't exist.”
NTB awarded “Mamparra” of the yearNew Era
Namibia Tourism Board joined hands with SAA to promote travel within Africa and market the continent
“The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) and South African Airways (SAA) have joined hands to promote travel within Africa and market the continent as a top global destination.”
NTB, SAA join hands to boost African travelThe Roads Authority paid private lawyers more than N$2.6 million to discipline and fire two executives accused of inflating a vehicle procurement tender. Labour experts say the expense demonstrates how parastatals squander public money.
Roads Authority's N$2.6 million legal bill for firing two executives exemplifies parastatal waste of public funds, a key accountability issue.
4 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Authority paid private lawyers more than N$2.6 million to discipline and fire two executives accused of inflating a vehicle procurement tender. Labour experts say the expense demonstrates how parastatals squander public money.
4 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Environment and tourism minister Indileni Daniel has launched the Namibia Luxury Travel Market Expo, scheduled for November or December, to position the country's tourism sector as a premium niche. The minister emphasized tourism's role in generating foreign exchange, employment, and socio-economic transformation as part of Namibia's Vision 2030 and sixth National Development Plan.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is showcasing its tourism potential and airport infrastructure development at Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban, South Africa, with the Namibia Airports Company Limited and tourism operators participating to strengthen the country's position as a key tourism and trade destination on the continent.
13 May 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has insisted that access to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei remain unrestricted, rejecting a new directive from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism that limits the final 4.5 km stretch to registered tour guides, self-driving 4×4 vehicles, and a concessionaire shuttle service while prohibiting buses and trucks. Since the start of the year, tour operators and the public have accused the ministry of creating a monopoly through exclusive concession arrangements that were initially presented as non-exclusive.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism confirmed that Deadvlei is open to self-driving visitors in 4×4 vehicles and those using a designated shuttle service, while buses and trucks are prohibited. The new regulations, which take immediate effect, were introduced to manage visitor numbers and protect the environment, though tour operators reported delays and unclear instructions during implementation.
2 May 2026 · Informanté →
Former Cabinet minister Calle Schlettwein has opposed the government's decision to restrict access to Deadvlei in Namib-Naukluft Park, saying the closure of Sossusvlei for self-drive visitors and requirement to use a single concessionaire robs Namibians of their right to free access. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism announced last week that only two categories of operators—Grow Namibia and registered tour guides employed by lodges—will be authorised to provide shuttle services to Deadvlei effective 1 May 2026, with self-driving beyond the 2×4 parking area no longer permitted for tourists.
21 April 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism announced that effective 1 May 2026, self-driving access to Deadvlei from the Sossusvlei 2×4 parking area will be restricted; only two categories of operators—Grow Namibia (trading as About Adelt Sossusvlei Management) and registered lodge tour guides—will be permitted to provide shuttle services.
18 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Tourism Board has purchased a luxury N$1.5-million Toyota Land Cruiser Prado for its chief executive Sebulon Chicalu despite internal warnings about overspending and financial strain. The board has incurred significant budget overruns—including N$8.5 million on marketing against a N$2.9 million budget and N$4.5 million on employee costs against N$2.2 million budgeted—and insiders claim it may need to draw on investment reserves to pay salaries.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing Academy will host the Tribute to Founding President Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza on 9 May, featuring title defences by Fillipus Energy Nghitumbwa and Mateus Heita, alongside other top Namibian fighters. The event aims to celebrate Nujoma's legacy in sport development and position local fighters for world title opportunities.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Fillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will defend his WBO Global super bantamweight title against Leonardo Carrillo of Colombia in a world title eliminator on 9 May at the Windhoek Showgrounds, as part of the 'Tribute to Dr Sam Nujoma Boxing Bonanza' event.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Tourism Board and First National Bank are hosting a two-day workshop for over 100 tourism small and medium-sized enterprises, focusing on tourism training and financial literacy to help grow businesses. The bank contributed N$60,000 towards the initiative, which aims to support emerging entrepreneurs through training, mentorship and capacity-building.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
About 97% of small and medium enterprises in Namibia are considered non-bankable by traditional financial institutions, with access to finance identified as a major barrier. The Namibia Tourism Board CEO attributes this to entrepreneurs' lack of preparation, poor documentation, absent collateral, weak financial management, and limited business skills, noting that roughly 90% of SMEs fail within five years.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Hunting tourism operators are concerned about the lack of Black Namibians in the hunting sector and have called for platforms and support to increase inclusivity and training. The Namibia Professional Hunting Association president emphasized the need for industry unity, ethical standards, and collaboration to maintain Namibia's reputation as a leading hunting destination while facing regional competition.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Independent Patriots for Change lawmaker Rodney Cloete has challenged Namibia Tourism Board vice chairperson Rachel Nathaniel-Koch's nomination as Lands Tribunal board chairperson, citing alleged financial misconduct including N$3.4 million in excessive travel expenses and her previous removal from the Transportation Commission. Cloete raised questions with the agriculture minister about whether she is fit for the position and demanded a full vetting report; Nathaniel-Koch responded that she was unaware of the nomination and is willing to respond once the matter is clarified with her.
14 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The finance ministry plans to reduce subsidies and capital transfers to state-owned enterprises from N$1.3 billion in 2025/26 to N$615.7 million in 2026/27, citing fiscal consolidation and high public debt. Several SOEs including TransNamib and the Agricultural Bank of Namibia will receive no government transfers, while priority support goes to the National Housing Enterprise and Road Fund Administration.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Tourism Board used banners depicting a Thompson's Gazelle (which does not occur in Namibia) and an AI-generated elephant at international tourism fairs. The opinion piece awards the NTB, NIPDB, and South African Airways "Mamparra of the Year" for the embarrassing error.
3 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Tourism Board and South African Airways partnered to promote intra-African travel and position Namibia as a regional destination. The partnership brought together travel operators from 15 African countries for networking and package development, with focus on growing Namibia's meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions sector.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian boxer Fillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will face Colombia's Leonardo Carillo, the WBA Federation Champion, on 9 May in a "Tribute to His Excellency Dr Sam Shafishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza" in Windhoek, organised by promoter Nestor Tobias in partnership with the Sam Nujoma Foundation. The event will feature multiple Namibian elite fighters and prospects, with promoters saying boxing creates economic benefits across multiple sectors and serves youth empowerment.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's WBO global super bantamweight champion Fillipus Nghitumbwa will fight highly-rated Colombian Leonardo Carillo on 9 May in Windhoek. The bout is part of the 'Tribute to Dr Sam Shafishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza' event featuring other top Namibian boxers and upcoming prospects.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Hotel room occupancy in Namibia for the fourth quarter of 2025 dropped 2.5% to 51.99% annually, according to the Hospitality Association of Namibia. While European tourists increased, particularly from D.A.CH countries, the sector faces challenges from high pricing and potential new levies.
22 January 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia has natural resources, stable governance and skilled workforce but lacks coordinated digital marketing and storytelling compared to regional peers. The author calls for citizen-led content creation, institutional action from tourism and investment boards, and a focus on African markets first to boost visibility and investment.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Tourism Board paid N$160,000 to Ghanaian company Hype.Up to resolve a long-standing dispute over an unpaid invoice from a Ghana Roadshow project, following legal review and a PwC forensic audit that found no irregularities.
19 January 2026 · The Namibian →