What is the name of capital of Namibia?
Windhoek is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Namibia.
How far is Windhoek Namibia from Seattle Washington and how long is the flight?
Windhoek, Namibia is 9,613 miles [15,470 kilometers; 8,353 nautical miles] from Seattle. It takes about 20 hoursto fly from Seattle to Winhoek. Seattle is 8-10 hours behind Windoek.
Both cities are on daylight saving time [DST]. But their start/end dates don't coincide. When they're both on DST, Seattle is 9 hours behind Windhoek. When Seattle is on DST but Namibia is off, Seattle is only 8 hours behind. When Namibia is on DST but Seattle isn't, Seattle is 10 hours behind.
Germany did, in 1885. South Africa, which was a British colony, occupied Walvis Bay in 1878, and the rest of Namibia in 1915.
How much does Namibia make mining diamonds?
According to Wikipedia: "Diamond remained the most economically significant mineral commodity produced by the mining industry of Namibia. The country produced about 2% of the world's gem-quality diamond, which placed it as the eighth ranked producer of gem diamond in terms of value. Diamonds contributed N$2,5 billion (US$235 million) in revenue to the government in 2013."
Who are the riches people in namibia?
Tomas Martin
Angela Taapopi
Messiah Amutenya
Samwel Ashipala
Gabriel Titus
Adolf Amoomo
Sakaria Matheus
Can Namibians travel to Mozambique without a visa?
Yes. Most people from developing countries require a visa to enter Mexico.
What numerical system is used in Namibia?
The number system used in Namibia is the same as we know in Europa/USA/elsewhere.
What is Namibia Known For The Most?
Sossusvlei...the highest sand dunes in the world (AWESOME)
Epupa Falls...beautiful waterfalls in the North
Windhoek...capital city with German feel
Swakopmund...quaint resort town on coast
Fish River Canyon...second largest canyon in the world (behind Grand Canyon-USA)
Natural Hot Springs...near Okahandja
Dune 7...tall sand dune outside of Swakopmund & Walvis Bay
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.
What is the IBAN number for FNB in Namibia?
Chances are this is going to be the same as it is in South Africa in the sense that you got to go to the FNB branch and open up a foreign currency account. This way you get charged for receiving foreign funds. :) Good Luck!
In which country is Walvis bay?
Walvis Bay is the harbour city in central coastline of Namibia, located in south west africa.
What is the climate zone of Namibia?
Mostly cool to chilly foggy nights (80% of the year), with most days fog clearing away between 09:00 and 15:00, in winter through extreme cold spells inland, sometimes east winds with sandstorms and temperatures up to 41 C
Why is German spoken in Namibia?
Yes, German is spoken in Namibia because Namibia was previously colonised by Germany. German is actually not that common in Namibia. (Only spoken by 20% of white population.) It's also mainly spoken in the urban areas.
When Namibia became independent German became a recognised minority language.
What plants live in the Namibia?
Namibia is home to a diverse range of plants adapted to its arid climate, including hardy species like the Welwitschia mirabilis, a unique plant that can live for over a thousand years. Other notable flora includes the quiver tree (Aloe dichotoma), the camel thorn tree (Acacia erioloba), and various types of grasses and succulents. The Namib Desert showcases resilient plants like the lithops, or "living stones," which blend into their rocky surroundings. Overall, Namibia's vegetation reflects its varied ecosystems, from desert to savanna.
What does the colors and the symboles mean on Namibias flag?
"[R]ed signifies the heroism of the people and their determination to build a future of equal opportunity for all; white stands for peace, unity, tranquility, and harmony; blue represents the Namibian sky and the Atlantic Ocean, the country's precious water resources and rain; the yellow sun denotes power and existence; green symbolizes vegetation and agricultural resources."
-The C.I.A. World Factbook