The Namibia Professional Hunting Association (NAPHA) represented the Namibian hunting sector at several major international hunting conventions this year.
NAPHA said that these events are essential for engaging with hunters, conservation partners and industry stakeholders while ensuring Namibia remains a premier hunting destination.
The first stop was the 2025 Dallas Safari Club Convention and Sporting Expo in Atlanta from 9 to 12 January this year. Representing NAPHA at the DSC Convention, Kristin Maritz and Jacques Strauss engaged with members and DSC leadership to reinforce Namibia’s commitment to ethical hunting and conservation.
According to NAPHA, while the event’s move to Atlanta brought some mixed feelings, the appointment of DSC’s new CEO, Rob McCanna, inspired optimism.
NAPHA said that his proactive approach and willingness to gather exhibitor feedback were well received.
“Conversations with industry leaders and conservation organisations provided key opportunities for strengthening NAPHA’s international network.”
Next, NAPHA attended the Safari Club International (SCI) Convention in Nashville from 22 to 25 January, describing it as being a fantastic opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and celebrate their shared passion for hunting and conservation.
In Nashville, NAPHA president Axel Cramer led the association’s attendance at this convention.
NAPHA said that as always, SCI provided an excellent platform to engage with outfitters, conservationists and dedicated hunters.
“SCI remains an essential convention for NAPHA, offering critical networking opportunities and furthering discussions on the future of ethical hunting. The overall response from members were positive, with strong demand for NAPHA’s ongoing participation.”
NAPHA also attended the 2025 Jagd & Hund hunting expositing held in Dortmund from 28 January to 2 February.
In Dortmund, Harm Woortman and Cramer represented NAPHA at Europe’s largest hunting fair.
A key highlight was the Namibia Evening, hosted in collaboration with the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC). Discussions focused on Namibia’s drought relief programme, elephant conservation and the broader impact of sustainable hunting. The well-attended event underscored Namibia’s leadership in conservation-based hunting, said NAPHA.
NAPHA said that these events are essential for engaging with hunters, conservation partners and industry stakeholders while ensuring Namibia remains a premier hunting destination.
The first stop was the 2025 Dallas Safari Club Convention and Sporting Expo in Atlanta from 9 to 12 January this year. Representing NAPHA at the DSC Convention, Kristin Maritz and Jacques Strauss engaged with members and DSC leadership to reinforce Namibia’s commitment to ethical hunting and conservation.
According to NAPHA, while the event’s move to Atlanta brought some mixed feelings, the appointment of DSC’s new CEO, Rob McCanna, inspired optimism.
NAPHA said that his proactive approach and willingness to gather exhibitor feedback were well received.
“Conversations with industry leaders and conservation organisations provided key opportunities for strengthening NAPHA’s international network.”
Next, NAPHA attended the Safari Club International (SCI) Convention in Nashville from 22 to 25 January, describing it as being a fantastic opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and celebrate their shared passion for hunting and conservation.
In Nashville, NAPHA president Axel Cramer led the association’s attendance at this convention.
NAPHA said that as always, SCI provided an excellent platform to engage with outfitters, conservationists and dedicated hunters.
“SCI remains an essential convention for NAPHA, offering critical networking opportunities and furthering discussions on the future of ethical hunting. The overall response from members were positive, with strong demand for NAPHA’s ongoing participation.”
NAPHA also attended the 2025 Jagd & Hund hunting expositing held in Dortmund from 28 January to 2 February.
In Dortmund, Harm Woortman and Cramer represented NAPHA at Europe’s largest hunting fair.
A key highlight was the Namibia Evening, hosted in collaboration with the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC). Discussions focused on Namibia’s drought relief programme, elephant conservation and the broader impact of sustainable hunting. The well-attended event underscored Namibia’s leadership in conservation-based hunting, said NAPHA.
