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

Powering inclusive growth and energy security in Namibia and beyond - Energy ConnectsPowering inclusive growth and energy security in Namibia and beyond  Energy Connects

Shell to drill fresh Namibia exploration wells in 2026 - Upstream OnlineShell to drill fresh Namibia exploration wells in 2026  Upstream Online

ICC ODI Rankings | 35-year-old South African back as No.1 bowler, two Indians in Top 10; Namibia spinner - The Times of IndiaICC ODI Rankings | 35-year-old South African back as No.1 bowler, two Indians in Top 10; Namibia spinner  The Times of India

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

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

PowerCom Expands Coverage with New Tower in Oikokola, Backed by Telecom Namibia - TechAfrica NewsPowerCom Expands Coverage with New Tower in Oikokola, Backed by Telecom Namibia  TechAfrica News

Long-Lost Ship Found in the Desert Laden With Gold - GreekReporter.comLong-Lost Ship Found in the Desert Laden With Gold  GreekReporter.com

Namibia's Ronan Wantenaar On A Groundbreaking Year: "It’s Crazy To Think How Far I’ve Come" - SwimSwamNamibia's Ronan Wantenaar On A Groundbreaking Year: "It’s Crazy To Think How Far I’ve Come"  SwimSwam

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

Namibia to Host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier from August 31 to September 6, 2025 - Female CricketNamibia to Host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier from August 31 to September 6, 2025  Female Cricket

PowerCom sets up new mobile tower in Oikokola - TelecompaperPowerCom sets up new mobile tower in Oikokola  Telecompaper

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

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

Galp says 'lovely' Mopane complex in Namibia is a development challenge - Upstream OnlineGalp says 'lovely' Mopane complex in Namibia is a development challenge  Upstream Online

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

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

Namibia president explains why she took direct control of oil and gas sector - Upstream OnlineNamibia president explains why she took direct control of oil and gas sector  Upstream Online

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

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

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

The German-Namibian partnership in the energy and hydrogen sector: turning challenges into opportunities - Energy ConnectsThe German-Namibian partnership in the energy and hydrogen sector: turning challenges into opportunities  Energy Connects

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

Japan-Namibia Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Namibia Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

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

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

CDH Namibia strengthening our regional presence as of 1 September 2025 - Cliffe Dekker HofmeyrCDH Namibia strengthening our regional presence as of 1 September 2025  Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

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

SLB Appoints Namibian Banker as Country Manager - Africa Oil+Gas ReportSLB Appoints Namibian Banker as Country Manager  Africa Oil+Gas Report

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

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

Namibia targets shift from raw fish exports to seafood economy - XinhuaNamibia targets shift from raw fish exports to seafood economy  Xinhua

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

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

Namibia: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Namibia - International Monetary FundNamibia: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Namibia  International Monetary Fund

Telecom Namibia Targets 3,000 Homes in Fibre Rollout Drive - TechAfrica NewsTelecom Namibia Targets 3,000 Homes in Fibre Rollout Drive  TechAfrica News

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

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

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

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

Watch: PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Namibia; tries his hands at playing traditional drums - The Times of IndiaWatch: PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Namibia; tries his hands at playing traditional drums  The Times of India

U19 Men's Cricket World Cup: Line-up locked in for 2026 edition - ICCU19 Men's Cricket World Cup: Line-up locked in for 2026 edition  ICC

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

PM addresses the Namibian Parliament - PM IndiaPM addresses the Namibian Parliament  PM India

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

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

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

PM pays homage to the Founding Father and First President of Namibia, Dr. Sam Nujoma, at Heroes Acre memorial - PM IndiaPM pays homage to the Founding Father and First President of Namibia, Dr. Sam Nujoma, at Heroes Acre memorial  PM India

Travel to Windhoek: Proflight Zambia Launches Direct Flights Between Lusaka, Livingstone, and Namibia - Travel And Tour WorldTravel to Windhoek: Proflight Zambia Launches Direct Flights Between Lusaka, Livingstone, and Namibia  Travel And Tour World

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

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

Telecom Namibia Powers Global Youth Dialogue and AI Learning Pilot with High-Speed Connectivity - TechAfrica NewsTelecom Namibia Powers Global Youth Dialogue and AI Learning Pilot with High-Speed Connectivity  TechAfrica News

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

USA seal qualification for 2026 U19 World Cup in Zimbabwe & Namibia - thestatesman.comUSA seal qualification for 2026 U19 World Cup in Zimbabwe & Namibia  thestatesman.com

Google approves gambling ads in both Cameroon and Namibia - sigma.worldGoogle approves gambling ads in both Cameroon and Namibia  sigma.world

TICAD 9 -Day 3- - Prime Minister's Office of JapanTICAD 9 -Day 3-  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

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

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

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 Positions Itself As The Next Energy Frontier At Third Oil And Gas Conference - Africa.comNamibia Positions Itself As The Next Energy Frontier At Third Oil And Gas Conference  Africa.com

Wia Gold secures $19m commitments via placement for Namibian gold project - Mining TechnologyWia Gold secures $19m commitments via placement for Namibian gold project  Mining Technology

BP-Eni Venture Puts Namibia Oil Find on Fast Track to Output - Bloomberg.comBP-Eni Venture Puts Namibia Oil Find on Fast Track to Output  Bloomberg.com

Shell’s Rodriguez is the New Chair of Namibian Petroleum Operators Group - Africa Oil+Gas ReportShell’s Rodriguez is the New Chair of Namibian Petroleum Operators Group  Africa Oil+Gas Report

The City of Mariental, Namibia champions urban resilience through capacity building workshop - UNDRRThe City of Mariental, Namibia champions urban resilience through capacity building workshop  UNDRR

Namibia travel - Lonely PlanetNamibia travel  Lonely Planet

AfDB launches RASME for Namibia project management - ZAWYAAfDB launches RASME for Namibia project management  ZAWYA

High Commission of Malaysia, Windhoek - kln.gov.myHigh Commission of Malaysia, Windhoek  kln.gov.my

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 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

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

Wia Gold Secures A$30M in Commitments for Namibian Project - Energy Capital & PowerWia Gold Secures A$30M in Commitments for Namibian Project  Energy Capital & Power

Namibia’s push to become an oil-producing country by 2030 is on pause - here’s why - Business Insider AfricaNamibia’s push to become an oil-producing country by 2030 is on pause - here’s why  Business Insider Africa

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

Namibia's Fishing Sector Contributes 4.1% to GDP in 2024 - instagram.comNamibia's Fishing Sector Contributes 4.1% to GDP in 2024  instagram.com

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

Modi's Namibia Visit Direct Counter To China's Grip On Critical Minerals - News18Modi's Namibia Visit Direct Counter To China's Grip On Critical Minerals  News18

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

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

Namibia's Green Finance Revolution - A Blueprint for Africa's Energy Future [opinion] - MarketScreenerNamibia's Green Finance Revolution - A Blueprint for Africa's Energy Future [opinion]  MarketScreener

Wia Gold to raise A$30m for Namibia project DFS - Mining WeeklyWia Gold to raise A$30m for Namibia project DFS  Mining Weekly

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

Namibia expresses deep concern over Israeli plans to occupy Gaza - Anadolu AjansiNamibia expresses deep concern over Israeli plans to occupy Gaza  Anadolu Ajansi

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

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

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

PM Modi Concludes Namibia Visit, Wraps Up Five-Nation Africa-Latin America Tour - Deccan HeraldPM Modi Concludes Namibia Visit, Wraps Up Five-Nation Africa-Latin America Tour  Deccan Herald

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

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

Nhamburo names squad for Women’s T20 WC Qualifiers in Namibia| The New Times - The New TimesNhamburo names squad for Women’s T20 WC Qualifiers in Namibia| The New Times  The New Times

How Germany is fueling Namibia's green hydrogen revolution - dw.comHow Germany is fueling Namibia's green hydrogen revolution  dw.com

Namibia block gets 666 million barrel resource estimate boost - Upstream OnlineNamibia block gets 666 million barrel resource estimate boost  Upstream Online

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

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

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)

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

WATCH | PM Modi receives traditional welcome at Namibia, tries his hand at playing local drums - MintWATCH | PM Modi receives traditional welcome at Namibia, tries his hand at playing local drums  Mint

AEC Advocates for Namibia’s Youth-Led Energy Future - African Energy ChamberAEC Advocates for Namibia’s Youth-Led Energy Future  African Energy Chamber

Galp Energia raises forecasts, expects to find partner for Namibia - ReutersGalp Energia raises forecasts, expects to find partner for Namibia  Reuters