Namibia

Namibia Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Namibia
Common NameNamibia – /nəˈmɪb.i.ə/
NationalityNamibian(s) – noun, Namibian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1990 (from South African mandate)
Administrative Divisions14 regions
Total Population2.8 million (#141) with 54.9% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasWindhoek (capital city)
Major LanguagesOvambo, Nama, Afrikaans, English (official)
Electricity Access55.2% of total population
Internet Access53% of total population
CurrencyNamibian Dollars (NAD)
Real GDP (PPP)$23.1 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$9,100 (#147) – 2021 estimate
Total Area824,292 sq km / 318,261 sq mi (#35) with 0.1% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Southern Africa
Bordering CountriesAngola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia
Bordering Water BodiesSouth Atlantic Ocean

National Anthem: “Namibia, Land of the Brave”