Environment ministry committed to tackling sector challenges
Despite achievements made within the environment and tourism sector, challenges still plague the industry, which the environment and tourism ministry says it is committed to addressing.
Environment and tourism minister Indileni Daniel recently reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to transparency and public access to information while speaking at the Government Information Centre.
Daniel underlined that despite successes, challenges remain.
These include increasing human-wildlife conflict, inadequate infrastructure for international meetings and conventions, waste management concerns, ongoing wildlife crime and unregulated sand mining.
Other challenges include limited market access for biodiversity-based products, potential trophy import bans, uncontrolled veld fires and the expansion of agricultural projects near national parks.
Daniel said the ministry remains committed to addressing these challenges through strategic interventions, policy enhancements and strengthened collaboration with stakeholders to ensure long-term sustainability and economic benefits for Namibia.
Key partnerships
Outlining the ministry’s mandate, vision and mission, Daniel emphasised the ministry's dedication to environmental sustainability, biodiversity, conservation and tourism growth that benefits both present and future generations.
Daniel also elaborated on key deliverables for the 2025/2026 financial year, along with critical policy and legislative reviews aimed at strengthening Namibia’s environmental and tourism sectors.
These efforts are being implemented in collaboration with several stakeholders and enterprises, including the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB), Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the Game Product Trust Fund (GPTF), the Environmental Investment Fund (EIF), Windhoek Country Club Resort and Casino, the Gambling Board of Namibia and the Lotteries Board.
Achievements outlined
Daniel said over the past two months, the ministry has achieved several key milestones, including generating N$5.2 million in revenue from permits and park entry fees.
In addition, essential fire breaks were graded in key conservation areas following favourable seasonal rains, wildlife protection officers were trained, CCTV surveillance cameras were installed, and 62 rhinos were dehorned to deter poaching.
Another notable accomplishment includes the creation of 45 jobs through the Dorob National Park, the minister said.
In addition, the ministry donated 1 169 seedlings to schools and regional councils as part of the commemoration of environmental days as well as hosting events on International Day for Biological Diversity in Otjiwarongo and World Environment Day in Swakopmund.
Environment and tourism minister Indileni Daniel recently reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to transparency and public access to information while speaking at the Government Information Centre.
Daniel underlined that despite successes, challenges remain.
These include increasing human-wildlife conflict, inadequate infrastructure for international meetings and conventions, waste management concerns, ongoing wildlife crime and unregulated sand mining.
Other challenges include limited market access for biodiversity-based products, potential trophy import bans, uncontrolled veld fires and the expansion of agricultural projects near national parks.
Daniel said the ministry remains committed to addressing these challenges through strategic interventions, policy enhancements and strengthened collaboration with stakeholders to ensure long-term sustainability and economic benefits for Namibia.
Key partnerships
Outlining the ministry’s mandate, vision and mission, Daniel emphasised the ministry's dedication to environmental sustainability, biodiversity, conservation and tourism growth that benefits both present and future generations.
Daniel also elaborated on key deliverables for the 2025/2026 financial year, along with critical policy and legislative reviews aimed at strengthening Namibia’s environmental and tourism sectors.
These efforts are being implemented in collaboration with several stakeholders and enterprises, including the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB), Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the Game Product Trust Fund (GPTF), the Environmental Investment Fund (EIF), Windhoek Country Club Resort and Casino, the Gambling Board of Namibia and the Lotteries Board.
Achievements outlined
Daniel said over the past two months, the ministry has achieved several key milestones, including generating N$5.2 million in revenue from permits and park entry fees.
In addition, essential fire breaks were graded in key conservation areas following favourable seasonal rains, wildlife protection officers were trained, CCTV surveillance cameras were installed, and 62 rhinos were dehorned to deter poaching.
Another notable accomplishment includes the creation of 45 jobs through the Dorob National Park, the minister said.
In addition, the ministry donated 1 169 seedlings to schools and regional councils as part of the commemoration of environmental days as well as hosting events on International Day for Biological Diversity in Otjiwarongo and World Environment Day in Swakopmund.
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