Overview of Namibia

Country : Republic of Namibia

Capital city: Windhoek

Population: 2.3 million

Currency: Namibian Dollar

Head of State: President Dr Hage Geingob

Governance: Multi-party Democracy

Language: English, German, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo, Rukwangari, Silozi, Otjiherero, Damara, Nama, Khoisan and Setswana

Literacy: The current literacy rate in Namibia is about 83%, one of the highest in Africa.

Date of Independence: 21 March 1990

National Commemoration Date: 25 August (Heroes Day) commemorated every year.

Religion: Namibia is a multi-faith country.

Thirteen Administrative Regions: Omaheke, Erongo, Kunene, Otjozondjupa, Omusati, Oshikoto, Oshana, Ohangwena, Kavango, Caprivi, Khomas, Haradap and Karas.

 

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