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NaCC clarifies tourism investigation won't disrupt sector

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The Namibian Competition Commission has reassured tourism stakeholders that its investigation into exclusive arrangements between conservancies and private tourism operators is part of its statutory mandate to enforce competition laws and promote fair market participation, and is committed to supporting the sector's stability and growth. The Commission is in constructive discussions with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism to identify practical responses to concerns arising from the investigation.

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NaCC clarifies tourism investigation won't disrupt sector
The Namibian Competition Commission has reassured tourism stakeholders that its investigation into exclusive arrangements between conservancies and private tourism operators is part of its statutory mandate to enforce competition laws and promote fair market participation, and is committed to supporting the sector's stability and growth. The Commission is in constructive discussions with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism to identify practical responses to concerns arising from the investigation.
6 hours ago · Informanté →

Friday 4 September

Oshana region burned 38,286 hectares in second major fire
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism briefed on veld fires in northern Namibia, reporting that 3,269 hectares burned in Oshana during the last fire season. A second major fire burned 38,286 hectares across 16 areas, with the ministry identifying 17 priority fire cutlines for maintenance in 2026 to help prevent and mitigate wildfires.
4 September 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 3 September

Inaugural Creative.Sport.Tourism awards held at National Theatre
The inaugural Creative.Sport.Tourism awards ceremony took place at the National Theatre of Namibia in Windhoek.
3 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Wednesday 2 September

Elisenheim Nature Estate secures Environmental Clearance renewal
Elisenheim Property Development Company Limited has received a renewed Environmental Clearance Certificate for the Elisenheim Nature Estate, enabling low-density residential and mixed-use development across approximately 1,186 hectares southeast of existing areas along the Dobra River, with an updated Environmental Management Plan and dedicated Environmental Control Officer to monitor compliance.
2 September 2026 · Informanté →
Livestock attacks surge in Judea Lyaboloma due to lions
Livestock attacks in Judea Lyaboloma conservancy have surged, with 37 incidents recorded between January and July, lions accounting for most recent attacks. A conservancy field officer cited bush encroachment around communities as a factor, with lions increasingly found close to villages where dense vegetation provides daytime cover before nighttime attacks.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Germany withdraws N$206m Windhoek clean transport grant
Germany has withdrawn an €11 million grant (about N$206 million) intended to help the City of Windhoek develop a more environmentally friendly transport system.
2 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Tuesday 1 September

Erongo veld fires escalate to alarming stage
The Erongo Regional Council held an emergency disaster risk management committee meeting in Swakopmund to address veld fires it says have reached an alarming stage.
1 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibian Chamber of Environment criticises France's trophy import ban
The Namibian Chamber of Environment has criticised France's planned restrictions on the import of hunting trophies from certain animal species.
1 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 31 August

Meteorological Services warns of thunderstorms across multiple regions
The Namibia Meteorological Services predicted thunderstorms affecting the north-eastern, central-northern, central and eastern parts of the country on Tuesday and Wednesday, with windy conditions in the interior and fog on the coast. Road users are urged to exercise caution due to slippery roads and reduced visibility.
31 August 2026 · Informanté →