Functions
The key functions of the Directorate of Tourism are:
1. To formulate the tourism policy, legal and regulatory framework
2. To facilitate the implementation of tourism policies, legal and regulatory framework
3. To promote general tourism development
4. To maintain positive tourism liaison on behalf of Government with local, regional and foreign institutions
5. The Publication and distribution of reliable tourism statistics and other relevant information
6. Tourism planning and general advisory services to stakeholders
7. To facilitate community-based tourism
8. The transformation of the tourism industry
9. Transfrontier Tourism Development
10. The development of the legal and regulatory framework for the gambling and lottery sector in Namibia
11. The collection of revenues generated from gambling and lotteries
12. The promotion of responsible gambling