The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) has announced the voluntary resignation of Janette Fourie, the Chairperson of its Board of Directors, with immediate effect.
Pohamba Shifeta, the Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has appointed Olavi Hamwele, the current Vice Chairperson of the NTB board, as the interim Chairperson.
Fourie served as an NTB board member from 2020 to 2023 as an ordinary director and was appointed as chairperson for the term 2023 to 2026.
“Her contributions have been greatly appreciated,” stated the NTB in their announcement to stakeholders.
The NTB expressed confidence in Hamwele’s ability to adeptly fulfil the duties of Chairperson and ensure the continued success of the organisation during this transitional period.
Report: Niël Terblanché
