General Information on Namibia

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Welcome to the land of contrasting beauty – Namibia.

An unexplored paradise of breathtaking beauty, wide open spaces, distant horizons, unspoilt beaches, rugged mountains, deep canyons, smoothly contoured sand dunes and wild life. A kaleidoscope of colours, contrasts, impressions and surprices awaits visitors to this tranquil country.

August 17, 2008

Climate: Namibia has a dry climate typical of semi-desert country, where droughts are a regular occurance. Days are mostly warm – very hot, while nights are generally cool. Rain usually falls in Summer.

Surface area: 825, 418 kms

Populations: 2 Million
Population density of 2.2 people/ kms is one of the lowest in the world.

Languages spoken: English, Afrikaans, German, Oshiwambo, San, Tswana, Silozi, Otjiherero, Rukwangali, Damara-Nama, European Languages and African Languages

President: Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba

Political System: Democratic

Currency: The Namibian dollar (N$) is currently fixed to and has the same value as the South African Rand (R/ZAR) which is also legal tender in Namibia. Major credit cards accepted. Foreign tourist visiting Namibia can obtain a VAT refund at a port of exit, provided that the value exceeds N$ 250 (keep all cash slips). VAT rate is 15%

Tourism Levy: The levy will be calculated on the invoiced amount. 2% on either bed or bed and breakfast rates and 1% on all inclusive

Telecommunications: MTC, Telecom Namibia, maintaince one of the most advaced telecommunication infrastructures in Africa. IDD & fax facilities are freely available. Police: 10111

Banking Hours:
Mon – Fri:  09h00 – 15h30
Saturday: 08h30 – 11h00

Dialling Codes
Calls from outside Namibia
Country Code ++264 plus, area code (without the 0) plus, telephone number e.g. ++264 61 210 885

Calls Within Namibia
Area code (e.g. 061) plus, telephone number e.g. 061 210 885

 

It is estimated that most of Namibia’s tourist come to Namibia because of its spacious land, peace and natural beauty.