Employees of the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) will receive a 4.25% salary adjustment for the 2025/2026 financial year, following a wage agreement signed between NTB and the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU).
The adjustment applies to all members of the bargaining unit, excluding executive managers. The agreement also provides for an across-the-board performance reward to be implemented within the financial year, on or before March 2026. Both NTB and NAPWU confirmed that the deal represents the full and final settlement of wage negotiations for the period.
NTB Chief Executive Officer, Sebulon Chicalu, said the agreement reflected the institution’s commitment to its workforce. “This agreement is a demonstration of NTB’s commitment to valuing our employees as key contributors to Namibia’s tourism mandate. We are proud to have reached a consensus that recognises their dedication, while also ensuring organisational sustainability,” he said.
NAPWU representative, Sam Lilonga, said the outcome strengthened employee confidence in NTB’s leadership. “We are pleased with the constructive approach taken by NTB. This agreement not only secures improved wages but also enhances the confidence of workers in the organisation’s leadership and commitment to their welfare,” he said.
The two parties emphasised their shared responsibility to uphold the terms of the agreement and to maintain cooperation for the benefit of employees, the institution and Namibia’s wider tourism sector.
