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Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Director Toska Sem says they are keen to work with regional partners in improving aviation safety performance, regulatory improvements, and to enhance the country’s aviation infrastructure.
She said this last week after the NCAA) hosted a high-level delegation from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Eastern and Southern African Office, led by Regional Director, Lucy Mbugua.
They were on an official visit to Namibia from 17 to 20 February 2026.
“We are pleased to have the opportunity to engage with our regional partners and stakeholders in reviewing our progress in aviation safety, security, and environmental protection,” said Sem.
She added that “This visit is a testament to the NCAA’s commitment to strengthening our collaboration with key stakeholders and ensuring the continued safety and efficiency of Namibia’s civil aviation industry.”
During their visit, the delegation comprising Deputy Regional Director, Richard Gatete, and experts in environment, meteorology and safety implementation, engaged in discussions with key stakeholders to review Namibia’s progress in aviation safety, security, environment, and air transport.
“Similarly, a substantial portion of our discussions focused on Namibia’s performance within the framework of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP). Currently, the ESAF regional Effective Implementation (EI) average is 61.2%, compared to the global EI average of 70.5%,” Sem Siad.
She added that, “ I am pleased to highlight that Namibia has attained an EI score of 73%, thereby surpassing both the regional and global benchmarks. The ICAO delegation commended the NCAA for its efforts in strengthening aviation safety, security, and environmental protection in Namibia, and encouraged continued cooperation and collaboration to achieve the highest international standards.”
The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration and foster cooperation between the NCAA and regional partners.
The delegation met with senior officials from the NCAA, Namibia Airports Company, Ministry of Works and Transport, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Namibian Police and Immigration Officials and other strategic aviation industry partners.
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