About
Learn the story behind NAPHA—a community of professional hunters, conservationists, and advocates united by a shared respect for wildlife, tradition, and Namibia’s untamed beauty. This is who we are, and why we protect what we love.
Driven By Conservation
For over 50 years, the Namibia Professional Hunting Association (NAPHA) has upheld the highest standards of ethical and sustainable hunting. By promoting responsible wildlife management, we ensure that Namibia’s game populations thrive. Thanks to conservation-focused hunting practices, even previously depleted species have been successfully reintroduced into their natural habitats.
Our Legacy and Purpose
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Promote Namibia as a premier hunting destination
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Protect the right to hunt responsibly and ethically
Founded in 1974
Today, we proudly represent over 350 Members. We work closely with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) to shape legislation that supports conservation-based hunting.
Ethical Standards & Regulations
NAPHA members commit themselves to strict ethical guidelines to maintain Namibia’s reputation as a world-class hunting destination, by signing our Code of Conduct. All hunting operations are regulated by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, ensuring compliance with conservation policies.
Our Mission
Our core mission is to:
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Promote sustainable and ethical hunting
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Conserve Namibia’s wildlife through responsible management
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Support local communities through conservation-driven hunting initiatives
Our Commitment to Responsible Hunting
NAPHA expects its members to provide an exceptional professional service to international hunting guests. Each Hunting Professional follows the NAPHA Hunting Code, which emphasizes:
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Ethical and fair chase hunting
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Respect for wildlife and natural habitats
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Positive engagement with local communities
Meet our Exco and Office Team Members
L-R: Jacques Strauss (Treasurer), Hannes du Plessis (President - email: president@napha.com.na), Harm Woortman (Vice President), Alexander Rogl (ExCo Member), Sigurd Hess (ExCo Member)
L-R: Helena Xoagus (Office Cleaner), Kristin Maritz (Office Manager), Francois Botes (Office Administrator), Mariaan van Wyk (Social Media Coordinator), Annemarie Booysen (Office Assistant)
Committees
NAPHA offers several membership categories to suit professionals, supporters, and industry partners.
The Ombudsman and Deputy Ombudsman are elected at the AGM for a two-year term from among ordinary, honorary or extraordinary Members. The Ombudsman mediates written disputes and receives all formal complaints concerning a NAPHA member that fall beyond routine ExCo matters.
All complaints are recorded with the NAPHA Office, and the ExCo is informed. Matters involving constitutional or legal breaches are referred to the Disciplinary Committee.
How to Submit a Complaint (Step-by-Step)
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Confirm eligibility – The complaint must concern a NAPHA member, not a routine ExCo matter, and be less than 18 months old.
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Prepare your written complaint in affidavit form – Include your name, contact details, the member involved, incident details, and any supporting evidence.
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Submit your complaint – Email info@napha.com.na
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The Ombudsman will register the complaint with the NAPHA Office.
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Initial action – The Ombudsman will act within 21 days and request a response within three weeks.
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Outcome or referral – You will be informed of the outcome or referral to the Disciplinary Committee.
Ombudsman: Kai-Uwe Denker
Vice Ombudsman: Danene van der Westhuyzen
