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Namibia to Showcase Tourism Products at Africa's Travel Indaba 2025

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The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) has confirmed its participation in Africa's Travel Indaba 2025, one of the continent's leading leisure trade shows. The event, owned by South African Tourism, will take place in Durban, South Africa from 13 to 15 May. NTB CEO, Sebulon Chicalu, emphasized the importance of national unity and industry collaboration in the tourism sector, stating that Namibia's presence at the indaba is about more than just visibility, but also about connecting the tourism industry with global buyers and promoting the country's unique experiences.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) is participating in Africa's Travel Indaba 2025 with 37 co-sharers, including the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), tour operators, lodges, airlines, and 11 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) supported under MEFT.
  • Confirmed participants include Gondwana Collection, Fly Namibia, Wilderness, Namibia Airports Company, Namibia Wildlife Resorts, and Swakop Cultural Tours.
  • The Namibian-themed evening aims to facilitate interaction between international buyers and Namibian suppliers while engaging the media on what Namibia has to offer.
  • The NTB's mission is to increase tourist arrivals and expand the reach of Namibian tourism brands, and participating in the Indaba supports this goal.
  • The tourism board aims to showcase the country's variety of tourism products, including wildlife and safaris, adventure travel, and cultural experiences.

Statistics:

  • 37 co-sharers will represent Namibia at the Africa's Travel Indaba 2025.
  • 11 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) supported under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) will participate in the event.
  • The event is expected to attract global buyers, destination marketers, and travel service providers.

Sources:

  • NAMPA, "Namibia Tourism Board to participate in Africa's Travel Indaba 2025"
  • [Source 1 - NAMPA online publication, no date mentioned]

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