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Namibia

Southern Africa

Namibia is one of the world's least densely populated countries, featuring dramatic landscapes from the world's oldest desert (the Namib) to the wildlife-rich Etosha salt pan. It was the first African country to incorporate environmental protection into its constitution and is a global model for community-based conservation. Sossusvlei's towering red sand dunes are among Africa's most iconic images.

Motto: “Unity, Liberty, Justice”

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Population

2.6M

Capital

Windhoek

GDP

$12.6B

Languages

English

Independence

1990

Currency

Namibian Dollar (NAD)

Area

824,292 km²

Calling Code

+264

Official Name

Republic of Namibia

Cultural Highlights

  • The Himba people, known for their ochre body paint and traditional pastoral lifestyle
  • San Bushmen rock art at Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • German colonial heritage visible in Windhoek, Swakopmund, and Luderitz
  • Community conservancies that empower local people as wildlife stewards

Famous Landmarks

Sossusvlei Sand DunesEtosha National ParkFish River CanyonSkeleton Coast

Travel Tips

  • Sossusvlei's dunes are best climbed at sunrise for stunning light and cooler temperatures
  • Etosha National Park is one of Africa's best self-drive safari destinations
  • The Skeleton Coast offers hauntingly beautiful desert-meets-ocean landscapes
  • Namibia is excellent for self-driving with well-maintained gravel roads
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