Namibia

Country Namibia
Capital Windhoek
Continent Africa
Currency Namibian dollar(NAD)
Languages English, Afrikaans, German, Rukwangali, Silozi, Setswana, Damara/Nama, Herero & Oshiwambo

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South Africa occupied the German colony of South-West Africa during World War I and administered it as a mandate until after World War II, when it annexed the territory. In 1966 the Marxist South-West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO) guerrilla group launched a war of independence for the area that became Namibia, but it was not until 1988 that South Africa agreed to end its administration in accordance with a UN peace plan for the entire region. Namibia has been governed by SWAPO since the country won independence in 1990. Hifikepunye POHAMBA was elected president in November 2004 in a landslide victory replacing Sam NUJOMA who led the country during its first 14 years of self rule. POHAMBA was reelected in November 2009.

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Namibia - Wikipedia
Namibia - CIA World Fact Book
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Zimbabwe to host Namibia ahead of Africa Regional Final - ICCZimbabwe to host Namibia ahead of Africa Regional Final  ICC

Canadian player acquires acreage in Namibia’s exploration hotspot - Offshore-Energy.bizCanadian player acquires acreage in Namibia’s exploration hotspot  Offshore-Energy.biz

New Investment in Namibia’s Offshore Sector: Why Stamper’s BISP Deal Is a Big Win for Local Development - African Energy ChamberNew Investment in Namibia’s Offshore Sector: Why Stamper’s BISP Deal Is a Big Win for Local Development  African Energy Chamber

Zimbabwe, Namibia book spots in Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier - ESPNcricinfoZimbabwe, Namibia book spots in Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier  ESPNcricinfo

Namibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises - CNBC AfricaNamibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises  CNBC Africa

Namibia celebrates independence heroes, but glosses over a painful history - The ConversationNamibia celebrates independence heroes, but glosses over a painful history  The Conversation

In Namibia, India shows a new way to engage Africa - The HinduIn Namibia, India shows a new way to engage Africa  The Hindu

Namibia, Algeria Strengthen Energy Cooperation - Energy Capital & PowerNamibia, Algeria Strengthen Energy Cooperation  Energy Capital & Power

Zimbabwe to face Namibia in three-match series ahead of T20 WC Africa Qualifiers - The Hans IndiaZimbabwe to face Namibia in three-match series ahead of T20 WC Africa Qualifiers  The Hans India

India, Namibia sign 4 MoUs to deepen economic partnership by exploring new areas of cooperation - NewsonairIndia, Namibia sign 4 MoUs to deepen economic partnership by exploring new areas of cooperation  Newsonair

India-Namibia Relations, Key Areas and Significance - Study IQ EducationIndia-Namibia Relations, Key Areas and Significance  Study IQ Education

Invitation to the Webinar on International Trade with Namibia – 17 September 2025 - George MunicipalityInvitation to the Webinar on International Trade with Namibia – 17 September 2025  George Municipality

ILC to acquire 80% stake in Namibia’s Karibib lithium project - African Mining MarketILC to acquire 80% stake in Namibia’s Karibib lithium project  African Mining Market

Namibia v Sierra Leone | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1 - ICCNamibia v Sierra Leone | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1  ICC

Stamper Closes Acquisition of BISP, Adds Namibian Offshore Blocks - Energy Capital & PowerStamper Closes Acquisition of BISP, Adds Namibian Offshore Blocks  Energy Capital & Power

PM Modi conferred with Namibia’s highest civilian award; 4th during ongoing tour - NewsonairPM Modi conferred with Namibia’s highest civilian award; 4th during ongoing tour  Newsonair

Zimbabwe v Namibia | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1 - ICCZimbabwe v Namibia | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1  ICC

Prime Minister’s visit to Namibia important to shape India-Africa Forum Summit and Global South Priorities - NewsonairPrime Minister’s visit to Namibia important to shape India-Africa Forum Summit and Global South Priorities  Newsonair

Namibia v Scotland | Match Highlights | ICC CWC League 2 - ICCNamibia v Scotland | Match Highlights | ICC CWC League 2  ICC

Zimbabwe to host Namibia in T20I Series ahead of Africa regional final - DaijiworldZimbabwe to host Namibia in T20I Series ahead of Africa regional final  Daijiworld

Head-on crash between police van and prison bus kills 16 in Namibia - BBCHead-on crash between police van and prison bus kills 16 in Namibia  BBC

India’s goal in Africa is to ‘build together’, PM says in Namibia - The HinduIndia’s goal in Africa is to ‘build together’, PM says in Namibia  The Hindu

Democracy, Gender, and Leadership in Africa: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia - University of PennsylvaniaDemocracy, Gender, and Leadership in Africa: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia  University of Pennsylvania

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn in as Namibia’s First Woman President - NewsonairNetumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn in as Namibia’s First Woman President  Newsonair

List of Outcomes: PM’s visit to Namibia - PM IndiaList of Outcomes: PM’s visit to Namibia  PM India

PM’s Address to the National Assembly of Namibia - PM IndiaPM’s Address to the National Assembly of Namibia  PM India

Lunar Eclipse Namibia tonight 18:27 21:56 - instagram.comLunar Eclipse Namibia tonight 18:27 21:56  instagram.com

CAF WCQ round-up: Kenya hit five, Shalulile treble for Namibia, Niger stun Tanzania - cafonline.comCAF WCQ round-up: Kenya hit five, Shalulile treble for Namibia, Niger stun Tanzania  cafonline.com

PM Modi’s visit will open new avenues for Indian investments in Namibia says Indian High Commissioner - NewsonairPM Modi’s visit will open new avenues for Indian investments in Namibia says Indian High Commissioner  Newsonair

PM Modi five-nation visit: PM arrives in Namibia to enhance bilateral ties - The HinduPM Modi five-nation visit: PM arrives in Namibia to enhance bilateral ties  The Hindu

PM Modi set for first Namibia visit by Indian PM in nearly three decades - DD NewsPM Modi set for first Namibia visit by Indian PM in nearly three decades  DD News

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn In As Namibia’s First Female President - NewsonairNetumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn In As Namibia’s First Female President  Newsonair

PM Modi concludes his successful 5-nation visit to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, Namibia - NewsonairPM Modi concludes his successful 5-nation visit to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, Namibia  Newsonair

Namibia to launch new flag carrier, not revive Air Namibia - ch-aviationNamibia to launch new flag carrier, not revive Air Namibia  ch-aviation

PM Modi conferred with Namibia's highest civilian award - The HinduPM Modi conferred with Namibia's highest civilian award  The Hindu

ECA Develops an Automotive Policy Framework to support Namibia and Lesotho’s Integration into the Automotive Regional Value Chain - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaECA Develops an Automotive Policy Framework to support Namibia and Lesotho’s Integration into the Automotive Regional Value Chain  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

PM Modi accorded 21-gun salute during ceremonial welcome in Namibia - DD NewsPM Modi accorded 21-gun salute during ceremonial welcome in Namibia  DD News

Global African Hydrogen Summit commences in Windhoek, Namibia, with focus on accelerating bankable projects - Africa Sustainability MattersGlobal African Hydrogen Summit commences in Windhoek, Namibia, with focus on accelerating bankable projects  Africa Sustainability Matters

PM Modi holds talks with Namibia President Nandi-Ndaitwah - The HinduPM Modi holds talks with Namibia President Nandi-Ndaitwah  The Hindu

Acquisition of Option to Buy Lepidico's Interest in Karibib Lithium, Rubidium and Cesium Project in Namibia - Investing News NetworkAcquisition of Option to Buy Lepidico's Interest in Karibib Lithium, Rubidium and Cesium Project in Namibia  Investing News Network

Namibia to Apply for Nuclear Suppliers Group Membership, Says ICT Minister - NewsonairNamibia to Apply for Nuclear Suppliers Group Membership, Says ICT Minister  Newsonair

Who is Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s first woman President to be sworn in? - The HinduWho is Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s first woman President to be sworn in?  The Hindu

PM Modi to arrive in Namibia on historic visit to deepen ties - NewsonairPM Modi to arrive in Namibia on historic visit to deepen ties  Newsonair

PM’s acceptance speech during the conferment of Namibia’s highest civilian award – The Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis - PM IndiaPM’s acceptance speech during the conferment of Namibia’s highest civilian award – The Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis  PM India

George Munsey on form as Scotland defeat Namibia by 55 runs in Canada - BBCGeorge Munsey on form as Scotland defeat Namibia by 55 runs in Canada  BBC

Namibia vs São Tomé and Príncipe LIVE Score Updates in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Match - VAVEL.comNamibia vs São Tomé and Príncipe LIVE Score Updates in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Match  VAVEL.com

Namibia vs Scotland, 81st Match, Fri, Aug 29, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 - Cricbuzz.comNamibia vs Scotland, 81st Match, Fri, Aug 29, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27  Cricbuzz.com

Seeking ties, not competition with Africa: PM Modi in Namibia - The Times of IndiaSeeking ties, not competition with Africa: PM Modi in Namibia  The Times of India

UNESCO Strengthens Collaboration with Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism in Namibia - UNESCOUNESCO Strengthens Collaboration with Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism in Namibia  UNESCO

New Sections of Namibia’s Key Airport Freeway Officially Open - Atta TravelNew Sections of Namibia’s Key Airport Freeway Officially Open  Atta Travel

Namibia Launches Artificial Intelligence Readiness Assessment Report - UNESCONamibia Launches Artificial Intelligence Readiness Assessment Report  UNESCO

World Cup 2026: São Tomé and Príncipe fall to Namibia - Foot AfricaWorld Cup 2026: São Tomé and Príncipe fall to Namibia  Foot Africa

Namibia to roll out digital payments system based on India’s UPI | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesNamibia to roll out digital payments system based on India’s UPI | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Africa News Tonight: Namibia voting goes into third day, Biden heads to Angola, EAC celebrates its 25th anniversary - VOA AfricaAfrica News Tonight: Namibia voting goes into third day, Biden heads to Angola, EAC celebrates its 25th anniversary  VOA Africa

As PM Modi lands in Namibia, this is why the country, and the continent of Africa, matters to India - The Indian ExpressAs PM Modi lands in Namibia, this is why the country, and the continent of Africa, matters to India  The Indian Express

Namibia to lead green hydrogen production in Africa - BioEnergy TimesNamibia to lead green hydrogen production in Africa  BioEnergy Times

SP80 aims for the world record in Namibia - Live Sail DieSP80 aims for the world record in Namibia  Live Sail Die

Namibia : Paratus launches first private 4G/5G mobile network - Africa News AgencyNamibia : Paratus launches first private 4G/5G mobile network  Africa News Agency

In Namibia, PM Modi contrasts India’s vision with China’s, pledges equitable partnership - The New Indian ExpressIn Namibia, PM Modi contrasts India’s vision with China’s, pledges equitable partnership  The New Indian Express

Namibia’s first green hydrogen village will supply region with zero carbon fertiliser - Chemistry WorldNamibia’s first green hydrogen village will supply region with zero carbon fertiliser  Chemistry World

Namibia’s forgotten genocide: how Bushmen were hunted and killed under German colonial rule - The ConversationNamibia’s forgotten genocide: how Bushmen were hunted and killed under German colonial rule  The Conversation

Modi, President Ndaitwah hold talks: Namibia to roll out UPI - The Indian ExpressModi, President Ndaitwah hold talks: Namibia to roll out UPI  The Indian Express

Africa Climate Summit opens, leaders vcall for investment and homegrown solutions - Namibia EconomistAfrica Climate Summit opens, leaders vcall for investment and homegrown solutions  Namibia Economist

Zimbabwe to face Namibia in T20I series before Africa Regional Final - CricadiumZimbabwe to face Namibia in T20I series before Africa Regional Final  Cricadium

Namibia’s mining sector set for growth amid optimistic sentiment - Mining Review AfricaNamibia’s mining sector set for growth amid optimistic sentiment  Mining Review Africa

Namibia: Update on the Impact of the Drought - ReliefWebNamibia: Update on the Impact of the Drought  ReliefWeb

Central Bank Deputy Governor joins global board of directors - Namibia EconomistCentral Bank Deputy Governor joins global board of directors  Namibia Economist

Climate change tests the resilience of people and desert-adapted wildlife in Namibia - MongabayClimate change tests the resilience of people and desert-adapted wildlife in Namibia  Mongabay

Namibia grape exports up 16.7% year-on-year - FreshPlazaNamibia grape exports up 16.7% year-on-year  FreshPlaza

Namibia in Zimbabwe 2025 - BBCNamibia in Zimbabwe 2025  BBC

Namibia to ease visas for 33 nations from April 1-why is India excluded? - Business StandardNamibia to ease visas for 33 nations from April 1-why is India excluded?  Business Standard

What it's like tracking Namibia's desert rhinos in the storms of a decade - National GeographicWhat it's like tracking Namibia's desert rhinos in the storms of a decade  National Geographic

Shalulile hat-trick: Namibia triumphs 3-0 over Sao Tome and Principe (2026 World Cup qualifiers) - Foot AfricaShalulile hat-trick: Namibia triumphs 3-0 over Sao Tome and Principe (2026 World Cup qualifiers)  Foot Africa

Government condemns Israel’s actions, voicing support for Qatari sovereignty - Namibia EconomistGovernment condemns Israel’s actions, voicing support for Qatari sovereignty  Namibia Economist

Namibia Launches Phase II of the Youth Coding Initiative - UNESCONamibia Launches Phase II of the Youth Coding Initiative  UNESCO

Namibia to play South Africa for first time in new Windhoek stadium in October - ESPNcricinfoNamibia to play South Africa for first time in new Windhoek stadium in October  ESPNcricinfo

World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Namibia falls to Malawi and puts itself in danger - ca.sports.yahoo.comWorld Cup 2026 qualifiers: Namibia falls to Malawi and puts itself in danger  ca.sports.yahoo.com

Namibia vs Scotland, 84th Match - Cricbuzz.comNamibia vs Scotland, 84th Match  Cricbuzz.com

59-year-old German businessman fatally mauled by lioness in Namibia - The Times of India59-year-old German businessman fatally mauled by lioness in Namibia  The Times of India

Commonwealth trade ministers and business leaders convene in Namibia to tackle global trade headwinds - thecommonwealth.orgCommonwealth trade ministers and business leaders convene in Namibia to tackle global trade headwinds  thecommonwealth.org

Namibia state funerals: Moratorium announced on burials amid cash crunch - BBCNamibia state funerals: Moratorium announced on burials amid cash crunch  BBC

World Cup 2026: São Tomé and Príncipe fall to Namibia - ca.sports.yahoo.comWorld Cup 2026: São Tomé and Príncipe fall to Namibia  ca.sports.yahoo.com

Country snapshot on alcohol and health: Namibia - World Health Organization (WHO)Country snapshot on alcohol and health: Namibia  World Health Organization (WHO)

Namibia's President ordered the deportation of over 500 Americans- Is it true? - The Times of IndiaNamibia's President ordered the deportation of over 500 Americans- Is it true?  The Times of India

BAL and AFREXIMBANK expand partnership to empower Africa’s youth - Namibia EconomistBAL and AFREXIMBANK expand partnership to empower Africa’s youth  Namibia Economist

Namibia travel - Lonely PlanetNamibia travel  Lonely Planet

New national carrier for Namibia - eTNWNew national carrier for Namibia  eTNW

Canada vs Namibia, 80th Match - Cricbuzz.comCanada vs Namibia, 80th Match  Cricbuzz.com

Zimbabwe, Namibia book spots in Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal - Mid-dayZimbabwe, Namibia book spots in Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal  Mid-day

Water convention twinning project concluded - Namibia EconomistWater convention twinning project concluded  Namibia Economist

Navigating Weather Shocks: Challenges and Investing to Strengthen Agriculture Resilience in Namibia - International Monetary FundNavigating Weather Shocks: Challenges and Investing to Strengthen Agriculture Resilience in Namibia  International Monetary Fund

Namibian Independence Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Namibian Independence Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Hage Geingob freeway nears completion - Namibia EconomistHage Geingob freeway nears completion  Namibia Economist

Namibia clears Newco’s Barloworld takeover as Botswana, US disclosure conditions also met - Engineering NewsNamibia clears Newco’s Barloworld takeover as Botswana, US disclosure conditions also met  Engineering News

UHC-Partnership: Namibia tackles antimicrobial resistance - World Health Organization (WHO)UHC-Partnership: Namibia tackles antimicrobial resistance  World Health Organization (WHO)

Nigeria's Dangote refinery plans 1.6 mln barrels fuel storage tanks in Namibia, sources say - ReutersNigeria's Dangote refinery plans 1.6 mln barrels fuel storage tanks in Namibia, sources say  Reuters

FIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ : Shalulile Hat-Trick Inspires Namibia to 4-0 Triumph Over São Tomé - Africa Top SportsFIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ : Shalulile Hat-Trick Inspires Namibia to 4-0 Triumph Over São Tomé  Africa Top Sports

Executive summary – Renewable Energy Opportunities for Namibia – Analysis - IEA – International Energy AgencyExecutive summary – Renewable Energy Opportunities for Namibia – Analysis  IEA – International Energy Agency

The 'ghost town' of Namibia - BBCThe 'ghost town' of Namibia  BBC

Highlights and Goals Namibia vs Malawi (1-2) in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers - VAVEL.comHighlights and Goals Namibia vs Malawi (1-2) in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers  VAVEL.com