Namibia — Country Facts & Profile
Namibië
Southern Africa, Africa
Windhoek is the capital of Namibia (Namibië), a country in Africa with 3,022,401 inhabitants across 825,615 km². The national currency is the Namibian dollar ($ NAD). The official languages are Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga and Tswana.
Essential Facts
Economic Data
Namibia has a GDP per capita of $4,413, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Climate & Cost
Key indicators for visiting or living in Namibia.
Land & Location
Namibia is located in Southern Africa at coordinates 22.00°S, 17.00°E. It shares borders with 4 countries. Total land area: 825,615 km² (318,772 mi²). Population density: 4 people per km². The highest point is Brandberg at 2,573 m.
Infrastructure Highlights
Notable infrastructure highlights in Namibia, including Independence Stadium with a capacity of 25,000 seats.
25,000 seats
Parks & Wildlife
Namibia has 3 zoos and 2 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Cities Across Namibia
Regional Breakdown
Khomas Region
2 cities · 407,462 people
Largest: Windhoek
Erongo Region
8 cities · 173,597 people
Largest: Walvis Bay
Otjozondjupa Region
6 cities · 102,147 people
Largest: Otjiwarongo
Kavango East
2 cities · 95,813 people
Largest: Rundu
Oshana Region
3 cities · 94,370 people
Largest: Oshakati
Karas Region
8 cities · 81,698 people
Largest: Keetmanshoop
Hardap Region
2 cities · 48,974 people
Largest: Rehoboth
Zambezi Region
1 cities · 33,615 people
Largest: Katima Mulilo
Oshikoto Region
3 cities · 33,587 people
Largest: Tsumeb
Kunene Region
3 cities · 31,105 people
Largest: Khorixas
Ohangwena Region
2 cities · 29,514 people
Largest: Helao Nafidi
Omaheke Region
1 cities · 22,639 people
Largest: Gobabis
Omusati Region
2 cities · 14,629 people
Largest: Outapi
Kavango West
1 cities · 732 people
Largest: Nkurenkuru
Frequently Asked Questions about Namibia
- What is the capital of Namibia?
- The capital of Namibia is Windhoek.
- What is the population of Namibia?
- Namibia has a population of approximately 3,022,401 people.
- What continent is Namibia in?
- Namibia is located in Africa, in the Southern Africa subregion.
- Where is Namibia located?
- Namibia is located in Southern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 22.0°S, 17.0°E.
- What currency does Namibia use?
- Namibia uses the Namibian dollar ($ NAD).
- What is the capital and currency of Namibia?
- The capital of Namibia is Windhoek and the currency is the Namibian dollar (NAD).
- What languages are spoken in Namibia?
- The official languages of Namibia are Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana.
- What is the area of Namibia?
- Namibia covers a total area of 825,615 km² (318,772 square miles).
- How large is Namibia in square miles?
- Namibia has a total area of approximately 318,772 square miles (825,615 km²).
- What is the population density of Namibia?
- Namibia has a population density of approximately 4 people per km².
- Is Namibia an independent country?
- Yes, Namibia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Namibia border?
- Namibia shares land borders with 4 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Namibia?
- The GDP per capita of Namibia is approximately $4,413.
- What countries border Namibia?
- Namibia shares land borders with: Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia.
- What is the country calling code for Namibia?
- The international calling code for Namibia is +264. To call Namibia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +264 and the local number.
- What time zone is Namibia in?
- Namibia operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Namibia?
- The highest point in Namibia is Brandberg at 2,573 m (8,442 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Namibia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Namibia is approximately $4,240 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Namibia?
- The average internet speed in Namibia is 22 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.