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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

Namibia to host South Africa for historic T20I - ICCNamibia to host South Africa for historic T20I  ICC

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

FM praises historic relations between Egypt, Namibia - Egypt TodayFM praises historic relations between Egypt, Namibia  Egypt Today

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

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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

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

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

Prime Minister Modi arrives in Namibia on final leg of five-nation tour - DD NewsPrime Minister Modi arrives in Namibia on final leg of five-nation tour  DD News

Namibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises - KITCONamibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises  KITCO

Namibia Struggles to Develop New Oil Governance Structure - energyintel.comNamibia Struggles to Develop New Oil Governance Structure  energyintel.com

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

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

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

What does it mean to become an adult? In Namibia, it’s caring for others - The ConversationWhat does it mean to become an adult? In Namibia, it’s caring for others  The Conversation

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

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

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

Namibia expediates cyber security partnership with India - ITWeb AfricaNamibia expediates cyber security partnership with India  ITWeb Africa

Namibia in Zimbabwe 2025 - BBCNamibia in Zimbabwe 2025  BBC

Namibia Reports Over 56,000 Malaria Cases, 95 Deaths Since December - NewsonairNamibia Reports Over 56,000 Malaria Cases, 95 Deaths Since December  Newsonair

India looking at exporting uranium from Namibia: Indian envoy ahead of PM Modi's visit - The Economic TimesIndia looking at exporting uranium from Namibia: Indian envoy ahead of PM Modi's visit  The Economic Times

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

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

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

Namibia welcome the world as stadium build nears completion - ICCNamibia welcome the world as stadium build nears completion  ICC

Ballon d'or: Namibia excluded from the 2025 jury - Foot AfricaBallon d'or: Namibia excluded from the 2025 jury  Foot Africa

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

PM Modi’s visit to Namibia: Focus likely on diamonds, critical minerals; uranium talks also on agenda - The Times of IndiaPM Modi’s visit to Namibia: Focus likely on diamonds, critical minerals; uranium talks also on agenda  The Times of India

Credit Developments and Macro-Financial Risks in Namibia: Namibia - International Monetary FundCredit Developments and Macro-Financial Risks in Namibia: Namibia  International Monetary Fund

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

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

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

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

India-Namibia Boost Ties: UPI Launch, Four Pacts Inked During Modi Visit - Deccan HeraldIndia-Namibia Boost Ties: UPI Launch, Four Pacts Inked During Modi Visit  Deccan Herald

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

Zimbabwe vs Namibia LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Namibia in Zimbabwe 2025 - inklZimbabwe vs Namibia LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Namibia in Zimbabwe 2025  inkl

Namibia rolls out human papillomavirus vaccination to help end cervical cancer - WHO | Regional Office for AfricaNamibia rolls out human papillomavirus vaccination to help end cervical cancer  WHO | Regional Office for Africa

Namibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises - MSNNamibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises  MSN

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

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 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

The Wildlife of Africa – Elephants and Namibia’s Fauna in 4K - MSNThe Wildlife of Africa – Elephants and Namibia’s Fauna in 4K  MSN

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

Ecuador, Colombia, Serbia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Namibia, South Africa, Armenia, Mauritius, and India Shine as Top Affordable Choices for Digital Nomads - Travel And Tour WorldEcuador, Colombia, Serbia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Namibia, South Africa, Armenia, Mauritius, and India Shine as Top Affordable Choices for Digital Nomads  Travel And Tour World

PM Modi Namibia Visit Live Updates: PM Narendra Modi address Parliament of Namibia, gets standing ovation - The Times of IndiaPM Modi Namibia Visit Live Updates: PM Narendra Modi address Parliament of Namibia, gets standing ovation  The Times of 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 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

Namibia central bank holds repo rate to safeguard rand peg - ReutersNamibia central bank holds repo rate to safeguard rand peg  Reuters

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Namibia travel - Lonely PlanetNamibia travel  Lonely Planet

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

Namibia Hand-in-Hand Geospatial Analysis - Food and Agriculture OrganizationNamibia Hand-in-Hand Geospatial Analysis  Food and Agriculture Organization

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

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

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

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

Ballon d'or: Namibia excluded from the 2025 jury - OneFootballBallon d'or: Namibia excluded from the 2025 jury  OneFootball

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

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

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

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

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

8 must-do adventures in Namibia - National Geographic8 must-do adventures in Namibia  National Geographic

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

HIV and TB Overview: Namibia - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)HIV and TB Overview: Namibia  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

How Germany is fueling Namibia's green hydrogen revolution - DWHow Germany is fueling Namibia's green hydrogen revolution  DW

Namibia to launch a new payments system based on India’s UPI - CoinGeekNamibia to launch a new payments system based on India’s UPI  CoinGeek

Namibia’s Drought Crisis: Building Resilience for Women and Girls - UN Sustainable Development GroupNamibia’s Drought Crisis: Building Resilience for Women and Girls  UN Sustainable Development Group

Namibia’s foreign minister on the transformative impact of trade and foreign policy for Africa’s development - BrookingsNamibia’s foreign minister on the transformative impact of trade and foreign policy for Africa’s development  Brookings

Namibian president announces free higher education, saying 'fees have fallen' - BBCNamibian president announces free higher education, saying 'fees have fallen'  BBC