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- English language was chosen as a sign of liberation and independence.
- Namibia, despite its scarce population, is home to a wide diversity of languages, from multiple language families: Indo-European, Bantu, and the various Khoisan families.
- During apartheid Afrikaans, German and English held the position of official language; however, after independence from South Africa, Namibia's new government made English the sole official language in the constitution of Namibia.
- German and Afrikaans were stigmatized as having colonial overtones,[1] while the rising of Mandela's Youth League and the 1951 Defiance Campaign spread English among the masses as the language of the liberation struggle.
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Who was the founder of Namibia?
The founding father of Namibia is Hosea Kutako, who freed Namibia from South African occupation.
When was People's Liberation Army of Namibia created?
People's Liberation Army of Namibia was created in 1966.
Can women vote in Namibia?
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When did Germany leave Namibia?
1915
What is the modern name for German Southwest Africa?
Namibia
How do you pronounce Namibia?
Nam-i-bia
Was English the right choice for Namibia as a national language?
English is the national and official language of Namibia. English is a West Germanic language and positioned 3rd based upon number of native speakers (310 million million) and its an easy way to connect with the rest of the world.
Who are the white groups in Namibia?
Afrikaners are 60%, Germans are 32%, English are 7%, and Portuguese 1%.
List the best English speaking African countries?
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What country does South Africa border to the north Zambia or Namibia?
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What African country speaks German as one of its official languages?
Namibia is the African country that speaks German as one of its official languages, alongside English and indigenous languages. This is due to Namibia's colonial history under German rule.
What is the smallest city in Namibia?
Windhoek is the capital and most populated city in the Republic of Namibia. Swakopmund, Walvisbay, Luderitz, Mariental, Keetmanshoop, Otjiwarongo, Grootfontein, Tsumeb, Gobabis, Hentiesbaai, Katima Molilo, Rundu, Oshakati, Ondangwa and Oranjamund constitute to other relatively large cities/towns.
Is Spanish spoken in Namibia?
No, the official language of Namibia is English. Until 1990, German and Afrikaans were also official languages. While the official language is English, most of the white population speaks either German or Afrikaans. Afrikaans is spoken by 60% of the white community, German is spoken by 32%, English is spoken by 7% and Portuguese by 1%
Windhoek is the capital of what country?
Windhoek is the capital of Namibia (i.e. Republic of Namibia).
What is escoge in English?
"choose"
What is Namibia's culture?
Namibia is a multicultural society
Is Namibia a country?
Yes. Namibia is a country.
