Namibia reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable tourism at the UN Tourism Executive
Council Meeting in Spain held last week.
The meeting took place Segovia, Spain, on 30 May, during which the tourism minister Indileni Daniel reaffirmed Namibia’s readiness to collaborate with UN Tourism
and fellow member states to promote innovation, resilience, and sustainability in global
tourism.
Daniel said that over 40% of Namibia’s territory is under conservation management, with local communities playing a central role in biodiversity protection and responsible tourism.
“Our approach balances ecological stewardship with inclusive socio-economic development.”
She said that the sector continues to demonstrate resilience, and with the recent introduction of e-visas, they are witnessing renewed international confidence and increased
tourist arrivals.
Namibia welcomed several strategic initiatives spearheaded by UN Tourism, including the African Gastronomy Forum and the forthcoming Culinary School in Zimbabwe.
Daniel said that Namibia’s Hospitality School and Tourism Board are prepared to contribute meaningfully to these initiatives in support of African culinary excellence.
She further outlined key national priorities, such as the launch of the Investing in Namibia 2025 Framework to attract tourism-related investment and endorsement of the Pan-African Tourism Innovation Hub, which is aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship, youth development, and skills training.
Daniel also mentioned the ongoing development of a National Tourism Spatial Master Plan, guided by the 2022 Namibia Tourism Satellite Account and aligned with UN Tourism methodologies.
She said, with 71.1% of Namibia’s population under the age of 35 years old, the importance of youth and women’s empowerment as pillars of sustainable and inclusive growth.
She reiterated Namibia’s commitment to the Agenda for Africa – Tourism for Inclusive Growth, and reflected on the Windhoek Pledge, adopted during the 2021 UN Tourism
Regional Conference on Brand Africa hosted in Namibia.
Council Meeting in Spain held last week.
The meeting took place Segovia, Spain, on 30 May, during which the tourism minister Indileni Daniel reaffirmed Namibia’s readiness to collaborate with UN Tourism
and fellow member states to promote innovation, resilience, and sustainability in global
tourism.
Daniel said that over 40% of Namibia’s territory is under conservation management, with local communities playing a central role in biodiversity protection and responsible tourism.
“Our approach balances ecological stewardship with inclusive socio-economic development.”
She said that the sector continues to demonstrate resilience, and with the recent introduction of e-visas, they are witnessing renewed international confidence and increased
tourist arrivals.
Namibia welcomed several strategic initiatives spearheaded by UN Tourism, including the African Gastronomy Forum and the forthcoming Culinary School in Zimbabwe.
Daniel said that Namibia’s Hospitality School and Tourism Board are prepared to contribute meaningfully to these initiatives in support of African culinary excellence.
She further outlined key national priorities, such as the launch of the Investing in Namibia 2025 Framework to attract tourism-related investment and endorsement of the Pan-African Tourism Innovation Hub, which is aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship, youth development, and skills training.
Daniel also mentioned the ongoing development of a National Tourism Spatial Master Plan, guided by the 2022 Namibia Tourism Satellite Account and aligned with UN Tourism methodologies.
She said, with 71.1% of Namibia’s population under the age of 35 years old, the importance of youth and women’s empowerment as pillars of sustainable and inclusive growth.
She reiterated Namibia’s commitment to the Agenda for Africa – Tourism for Inclusive Growth, and reflected on the Windhoek Pledge, adopted during the 2021 UN Tourism
Regional Conference on Brand Africa hosted in Namibia.
