• Namibia is a multi-cultural country with 1.9 million inhabitants.

• The country spans across a geographical area of 824 269 square kilometres.

• Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, with approximately 300 000 inhabitants, is situated in the central part of the country.

• Namibia gained independence in 1990 and in the same year elected a democratic and multi-party government.

• Hifikepunye Pohamba serves as the current State President of the Republic of Namibia. He is the successor of Namibia’s founding State President, Dr Sam Nujoma.

• The official language of Namibia is English. German is spoken or understood in many shops and restaurants in Windhoek and Swakopmund.

The currency of Namibia is the Namibia Dollar (N$). The Namibia Dollar is pegged on a 1:1 basis to the South African Rand (R) and South African Rands are accepted for payment throughout Namibia.
Information pertaining to the exchange rate between Namibia and a currency of your choice can be obtained here

Situated in the Southern hemisphere, Namibia’s summer coincides roughly with the European winter months, i.e. from November to February. During this time the inland day temperatures range from 20 to 38 degrees Celsius. However, the coastal areas usually enjoy milder day temperatures of approximately 26 degrees Celsius.
Winter extends from May to August. During this time the day temperatures are mild and usually range between 15 and 24 degrees Celsius. During winter nights, it is not uncommon for the thermometer to drop to -2 degrees Celsius.
Namibia’s rainfall occurs during the summer months (mainly from December to March). Average annual rainfall fluctuates between 50mm and 600mm, depending on the region within Namibia, with the Northern parts generally enjoying higher rainfall, while the Southern and Western parts of Namibia experience little to no rainfall.

Namibia is famous for its wide open spaces and untouched natural beauty. It is a land of contrast and displays to the visitor African nature in all varieties, ranging from desert to savannah and even swampland.

The following destinations within Namibia attract the most visitors:

• The Kalahari (a semi-desert)

• The Namib desert

• The coastal town of Swakopmund on the Atlantic Ocean

• Sossusvlei, boasting the highest sand dunes in the world

• The Caprivi in the north of Namibia

• Fish River Canyon (the second largest canyon in the world)

Namibia is probably one of the safest and most peaceful countries in Africa. Nevertheless, it is advised that travellers always remain cautious and security conscious. Copies of travel documents should be made and retained at a safe place. Valuables, such as jewellery, cameras and moneybags should not be left in the vehicle unattended. Luggage should not be left unlocked and unattended. Walking alone at night in towns is not recommended. Further, it is advisable not to offer lifts to strangers.

Electricity in the form of 220/240 Volt alternate current is available in all towns and in many of the lodges, national parks and guest farms. European, Australian and American electronic devices can be used with the necessary adaptors, which are available in most shopping centres.

Namibia’s mobile phone network is relatively well developed and mobile phone connection is available along all major tar roads and in most towns across Namibia. Namibia’s mobile phone provider (MTC) has roaming agreements with a number of service providers throughout the world. SIM cards are readily available in shops throughout the country.

Namibia’s population is diverse and comprises eleven different ethnic groups, including the San, Damara, Ovambo, Kavango, Herero, Himba, Nama, Caprivians, Khoi-Khoi, Rehoboth Basters and Europeans.