[1][2] The NTB was established by the Namibia Tourism Board Act, 2000 (Act 21 of 2000) and is the only legal national tourism authority in Namibia with a government regulatory mandate.
[1][2][3] The NTB is governed by a Board of Directors, appointed by the Minister of Environment and Tourism, and these board members appoint the NTB's executive.
[1] Funding of the NTB is carried out through:[1][2] The functions of the NTB are as follows:[1][2] Advising the Minister on matters relating to:[1][2] The NTB prescribes certain minimum requirements regarding physical facilities, safety, hygiene and service delivery for any accommodation or regulated tourism businesses.
[1][2] Only those establishments or businesses that meet the minimum requirements are registered and allowed to operate or conduct accommodation or tourism businesses legally.
[1][2] Tourism inspectors carry out routine grading and registration inspections to ensure compliance with and maintenance of these standards.