AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSADC UniVisa Push: Namibia is among pilot countries for a proposed SADC common tourist visa, aimed at making it easier to travel across the region’s 16 states and boost regional tourism marketing. Return Home for Namibians in SA: Namibia has approved an urgent, voluntary return process for citizens in South Africa, with the High Commission asking for patience while logistics are finalised. Tourism Numbers Watch: Namibia’s 2025 international arrivals fell 3.2% (to 1.217m tourists), with officials pointing to safety concerns and urging stronger competitiveness. Chinese Market Focus: Namibia Tourism Board says China has entered the top 10 source markets, and it’s now working with Chinese partners to grow visitor arrivals. Women Commuter Safety: Yango and AA Namibia trained 50 e-hailing drivers on gender-sensitive service and safer journeys for women commuters in Windhoek. Fish River Canyon Rescue: A police helicopter pilot evacuated 68 hikers after heavy rains and dam releases flooded the canyon, preventing a worse disaster. Tourism Policy Tension: A Kunene Traditional Authority has objected to ultimate.earth’s leasehold application, keeping a high-stakes conservation-versus-jobs dispute in the spotlight. NFA Cup Finale: The NFA Cup ends this Saturday in Windhoek, with KK Palace FC and UNAM FC set for the final.
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