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Country Name

Namibia

Country Code

NA, NAM

Country Calling Code

+264

Country Profile

Destination Namibia, a Nations Online Project Country Profile of the African nation in the southwestern part of the continent. The country borders Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe and is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean in the west. The Orange River to the south marks the southern border with South Africa. The Kunene River and the Okavango River create sections of the nation's northern border with Angola. Only on 21 March 1990, Namibia gained independence from South Africa. The country's name is derived from the Namib Desert.

Capital Name

Windhoek

Languages

English, Ovambo, Khoekhoe, and Afrikaans (lingua franca), German

Country Currency

Namibian Dollar (NAD)

Time Zone

Local Time = UTC +1 in Summer +2h

Driving (Left/Right)

drives on the left

Population

2.5 million (2020, estimates)

Country Area

824,292 km² (318,260 sq. mi.)

Place to Visit

Windhoek Skeleton Coast National Park Walvis Bay Epupa Falls Kolmanskop Ghost Town Namib Etosha National Park The Spitzkoppe Rocks Fish River Canyon Twyfelfontein

News

Allgemeine Zeitung Namibia The oldest daily newspaper in Namibia covers national and international news in German (for registered users only). The Namibian Newspaper Namibia's independent daily newspaper (in English and Oshiwambo). Die Republikein Namibia news (in Afrikaans) The Economist News and views from Namibia's weekly independent business newspaper. Mail & Guardian Leading newspaper from South Africa covers all Africa with current information.

Art Culture

National Library Namibia's National Library. Museums Association of Namibia Official website of the umbrella organization of Namibia's museums. National Museum of Namibia Namibia's National Museum. Old Wheelers Museum A display of Namibia's Motoring history - classic cars, motorcycles, engines, tools, and much more.

Economy Business

Bank of Namibia The central bank of Namibia, located in the capital city of Windhoek. The Namibian Stock Exchange The Namibian Stock Exchange is based in Windhoek; it is the only stock exchange in the country. First National Bank of Namibia (FNB) First National Bank is one of South Africa's "big four" banks. Standard Bank Namibia The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited is one of South Africa's largest financial services groups, operating in 20 countries across Africa. Namibian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) The NCCI is the leading business representative and support organization in the country. Namibia Trade Directory Namibia Information and Business Directory. Diamond Board of Namibia State-owned enterprise for control measures relating to the possession, purchase and sale, processing, import, and export of diamonds.

Transport

Transportation Namibia has one of the best-developed road networks in Africa. The country has two modern ports, one at Walvis Bay and the port of Lüderitz. The state also benefits from a robust rail network of 2,687 km, which connects all major towns and cities in Namibia. Air Air Namibia Air Namibia, formerly Namib Air (until 1991), is the principal airline of Namibia. The airline serves destinations in South Africa and Europe. The national airline of Namibia is headquartered at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek. Namibia Airports Company The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) is a state-owned enterprise and the operator of Namibia's airports. Rail TransNamib TransNamib is a government-owned holding company that provides freight by rail and road as well as passenger and port services.

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Education

Namibia University of Science and Technology NUST NUST, formerly known as Polytechnic of Namibia, is a Namibian institution for the development of Science and Technology. University of Namibia The National University, Windhoek. SchoolNet Namibia SchoolNet Namibia had established a network among schools and allied educational institutions in Namibia. In 2009, SchoolNet fell out of favor with the Namibian government and was dissolved

Visa Process

NOTES FOR NAMIBIA VISAS: Maximum Stay: 30 days USA Citizens now only need a visa in advance for paid employment TOURIST REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-USA PASSPORTS: One completed Namibia visa application Two passport type photo Physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page Non-USA passport holders must provide a copy of green card or US Visa and I-94 One copy of flight itinerary Copy of bank statement showing adequate funds for travel Copy of hotel reservations or safari itinerary

Additional Information

Climate: mostly hot, varies from hyper-arid and semi-arid to subtropical; cold desert climate in the southwest. Type: Republic. Independence: 21 March 1990 (from South African mandate). Natural resources: Diamonds, copper, gold, uranium, lead, tin, zinc, salt, vanadium, fisheries, and wildlife; suspected deposits of oil, coal, and iron ore. Agriculture products: Livestock, millet, fish and fish products, grapes, wool. Industries: Meatpacking, fish processing, dairy products; mining. Exports - commodities: Diamonds, copper, gold, zinc, lead, uranium; cattle, white fish and mollusks Imports - commodities: foodstuffs, petroleum products and fuel, machinery and equipment, chemicals Imports partners: South Africa, China, United Kingdom, Germany. Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)

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