This post is a personal reflection by Dr. Joyful Mdhluli on her trip to Namibia. During the IAU Symposium 399 on Indigenous Astronomy in the Space Age (7–11 July 2025), I delivered a presentation on the role of astrotourism as a tool to promote dark and quiet skies. I discussed how astrotourism can serve as [...] The post When Stars Lead the Way: Astrotourism and Sustainable Development in Namibia appeared first on IAU Office of Astronomy for Development.
