Namibia Map

Description: This map shows governmental boundaries of countries; regions, region capital cities, and major cities and towns in Namibia.

Namibia occupies 318,772 square miles (825,615 square kilometers) along the Atlantic coast of southwestern Africa. The country borders Angola to the north, Zambia to the northeast, Botswana to the east, and South Africa to the south. The Caprivi Strip, a narrow extension of land in the northeast, provides access to the Zambezi River.

The nation gained independence from South Africa in 1990 and established its capital in Windhoek, which serves as the country's largest city with approximately 486,000 residents. Other significant urban centers include Walvis Bay, a vital port city, and Swakopmund, which functions as a major tourist destination.

Namibia maintains a population of 3.1 million people (2025 census), making it one of the least densely populated countries in Africa. The official language is English, though German, Afrikaans, and various indigenous languages remain widely spoken. The country operates as a stable multi-party democracy with a growing economy based primarily on mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism.

The mining sector dominates Namibia's economy, with diamonds, uranium, copper, and gold as principal exports. The country ranks as one of the world's largest producers of uranium and generates significant revenue from diamond mining. Agriculture employs approximately 31% of the workforce, focusing on livestock farming and crop production in areas where rainfall permits.

Tourism constitutes a crucial economic sector, drawing visitors to numerous natural attractions. The Namib Desert, one of the oldest deserts globally, features the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei and the haunting Dead Vlei. Etosha National Park, spanning 8,600 square miles, houses diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, and numerous endemic species. The Fish River Canyon represents the largest canyon in Africa and attracts hiking enthusiasts worldwide.

The Skeleton Coast, named for numerous shipwrecks along its shores, extends for hundreds of miles along the Atlantic. This region presents unique opportunities for viewing desert-adapted wildlife and geological formations. The coastal town of Swakopmund offers adventure sports including sandboarding and skydiving, while serving as a gateway to the Namib Desert.

Despite challenges including water scarcity and income inequality, Namibia demonstrates strong environmental conservation practices, with approximately 42% of its land under conservation management. The country maintains one of Africa's most progressive constitutions, which explicitly incorporates environmental protection and sustainable resource utilization.

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Capital:	Windhoek
Area:	318,772 sq mi (825,615 sq km)
Population:	~ 3,092,816 (2025 census)
Official language:	English
Religion:	43.7% - Lutheranism 22.8% - Catholicism 17.0% - Anglicanism 4.4% - other Christian 10.2% - traditional faiths 1.6% - no religion 0.3% - other
Ethnic groups:	93.2% - African 3.6% - Coloured 1.8% - White 1.4% - other
Currency:	Namibian dollar (NAD), South African rand (ZAR)
Driving side:	Left
Calling code:	+264
Internet TLD:	.na
Time zone:	UTC+2 (CAT)
Gross domestic product (PPP) (2023 estimate):	$30.663 billion (Total) $11,603 (Per capita)
Gross domestic product (nominal) (2023 estimate):	$12.647 billion (Total) $4,786 (Per capita)

List of Largest Cities in Namibia (2023)

Regions of Namibia