Republic of Namibia (Namibia)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Africa.

Its center lies at a latitude of -22 and longitude of 17.

Republic of Namibia also goes by the names, An Namaib, Na-mi-bi-a (Namibia), Nam-mi-bi-a, Namibaen, Namibi, Namibia, Namibie, Namibien, Namibija, Namibio, Namibiya, Namibië, Namibja, Namibya, Namibän, Namibía, Namiibia, Namiibiya, Namimpia, Namíbia, Namîbiya,

The prodominant languages spoken are en-NA (English) hz (Herero) ng (Ndonga) and its currency is the Dollar (NAD), currently exchanging at 1 Namibian Dollar = 0.07606 British Pound Sterling 1 Namibian Dollar = 0.12038 US Dollar .

Republic of Namibia currently has a population of 2128500 (estimate).

Republic of Namibia's neighbouring countries are, Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, .

Regions within Republic of Namibia

Largest Cities within Republic of Namibia

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Namibia

Published: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:27:00 GMT

Travel Summary

You should avoid driving outside towns at night as wildlife and stray livestock pose a serious hazard.

There is a growing level of violent street crime affecting foreign tourists, particularly in Windhoek.

If travelling along the Caprivi Strip, stick to the well-travelled routes.

You should carry identification with you at all times. A photocopy of the relevant pages from your passport is sufficient.

There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

Approximately 31,000 Britons visited Namibia in 2009 (Source: Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs). Most visits to Namibia are trouble-free. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General Insurance.