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Namibia is located in Southern Africa, bordering South Africa, Botswana, Angola, Zambia and the Atlantic Ocean. Namibia gained independence in 1990.  Namibia boasts several natural attractions such as the Namib desert, the Fish River Canyon, Etosha National Park and the Kalahari desert. Its people speak nine different languages, most of the population speak English.

Namibia produces some of the world's highest quality diamonds.

Despite the vast distances in Namibia, most people get around by road, and not air. Namibia's roads are very good, with primary routes paved, and secondary routes of well-graded gravel. An all-wheel drive vehicle is not necessary except on tertiary roads and the Skeleton Coast. Driving at night is very dangerous because there is a lot of wildlife on the roads. Traffic drives on the left. Fuel is readily available.

The currency is the Namibian Dollar (NAD) which is fixed 1:1 to the South African Rand (ZAR). Either can be used in Namibia; change will usually be given in Namibian Dollars.  Automated teller machines are available in most towns.

Namibia is a peaceful country and is not involved in any wars.

The HIV infection rate in Namibia is about 25%. Do not have unprotected sex!

It is a well developed country with all the modern amenities and technologies.

Quick Facts
Capital	Windhoek
Government	Republic
Currency	Namibian dollar,
Area	825,418 sq km
Population	2,030,692 (July 2006)
Language	English (official), Afrikaans, German, Oshivambo, Herero, Nama
Religion	Christian 90% other beliefs 10%
Calling Code  +264
Time Zone     UTC +1