Namibia Tourism Board appoints Bonnie Mbidzo as interim CEO

Published: 12:45 AM UTC, Fri December 8, 2023

The Namibia Tourism Board has announced the appointment of Bonnie Mbidzo as Acting Chief Executive Officer; effective December 1.

Mbidzo has been with NTB since 2014, serving as a senior executive member prior to his current appointment. “His focus during his tenure would be to utilise his significance experience in the tourism sector to improve stakeholder engagement and unlock new opportunities,” a statement issued by the Board said.

The Acting CEO is expected to collaborate with the board and all stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and drive stakeholder value. “The board supports the interim appointment and believes the Namibia Tourism Board will be well served by Bonnie’s ability to take advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead,” the statement added.

NTB says its Directors will soon commence with the recruitment process of a substantive CEO.

Story by: Samuel Obeng Appah

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