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Namibia

Republic of Namibia

Region

Africa • Southern Africa

Capital

Windhoek

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The flag of Namibia features a white-edged red diagonal band that extends from the lower hoist-side corner to the upper fly-side corner of the field. Above and beneath this band are a blue and green triangle respectively. A gold sun with twelve triangular rays is situated on the hoist side of the upper triangle.

The flag of Namibia features a white-edged red diagonal band that extends from the lower hoist-side corner to the upper fly-side corner of the field. Above and beneath this band are a blue and green triangle respectively. A gold sun with twelve triangular rays is situated on the hoist side of the upper triangle.

Population
2,540,916
Area
825,615 km²
Time Zone
UTC+01:00
Top-Level Domain
.na

About Namibia

Namibia is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Southern Africa region. Its capital city is Windhoek. With a population of 2,540,916, it ranks among the less populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 825,615 km², making it a large country in terms of land area. With a population density of 3.08 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official languages of Namibia include Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga and Tswana.

The currencies used in Namibia are the Namibian dollar ($) and South African rand (R).

Namibia is a member of the United Nations.

In Namibia, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+01:00 time zone.

Namibia shares its borders with 4 countries: Angola, Botswana, South Africa and Zambia.

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Coat of Arms of Namibia

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Windhoek
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Namibië
  • Demonym: Namibian
  • Top Level Domain: .na
  • Calling Code: +264
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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