AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNational Airline Watch: Government says no binding Namibia Air deal has been signed with Ethiopian Airlines, while the carrier remains “under development” and officials distance themselves from a leaked document—stressing lessons from Air Namibia’s collapse must be built in. Tourism & Community: Katima Mulilo mayor urges visitors to explore the town beyond the Zambezi Bream Festival, backing local businesses and Zambezi culture. Sport-Led Growth: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for sport, tourism and creative industries to drive economic growth, aiming to lift sport’s employment contribution to 3.5% by 2030. Health & Wildlife: Scientists warn of rabies among seals in the Benguela Current ecosystem and urge the public not to touch sick or dead seals. Road & City Safety: Windhoek’s new heavy-vehicle access and permit system starts with enforcement planned from 1 October. Travel Disruption (Abroad): UK luxury operator Wayfairer Travel suspends all holidays, leaving some Brits stranded—its packages include Namibia. Events: Nedbank Citi Dash returns to Windhoek High School Vegkop Stadium with 2,000+ runners; CAF Champions League prelims kick off 04–06 Sept with Namibian clubs preparing for continental ties. Cancer Fundraising: Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project hits a record N$4m for CAN screening, outreach and patient support.
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