1. Namibia is home to the world's oldest desert, the Namib Desert, which has been around for no less than 55 million years.
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The nation is known for its staggering
scenes, going from transcending sand dunes to broad salt panes.
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Namibia has one of the lowest population
densities in the world and a sparse population.
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As one of the newest nations in Africa,
it gained independence from South Africa in 1990.
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The official currency is the Namibian
dollar, but the South African rand is widely accepted as well.
6.
The famous Etosha National Park is a
sanctuary for wildlife where visitors can see the "Big Five" and
other unique species.
7.
The Himba people, native to Namibia, are
known for their unmistakable and distinct red-touched skin and intricate
haircuts.
8.
Namibia has a German colonial history,
this fact is obvious in architectural design, road names, and social orientation.
9.
The Skeleton Coast is infamous for its
wrecks and unforgiving shoreline, adding to its spooky excellence.
10.
The Fish River Canyon is the
second-biggest on the planet, after the Grand Canyon.
11.
The "Fairy Circles," which are
circular areas of barren grassland, are a unique geological formation found in
Namibia.
12.
The nation has a policy of natural and
environmental preservation and a sustainable tourism industry, with numerous
local and community based protection endeavors.
13.
With 30 languages spoken throughout the
country, Namibia's diverse ethnic groups contribute to a rich cultural orientation.
14.
The Nama public have a clicking language
called "Nama" that is known for its peculiar sounds.
15.
Namibia is possibly of the least corrupt
country in Africa, it is ranked high in the Transparency International
Corruption Perception Index.
16.
The nation has a strong commitment to
the preservation of wildlife, as evidenced by its successful efforts to
safeguard black rhinos.
17.
Cheetahs roam freely in great numbers in
Namibia. It is home to the world's largest population of cheetahs.
18.
Tsumeb, a town in Namibia, is known for
its mineral variety and is a critical mining region.
19.
Numerous films have used the Namibian
landscape as a backdrop, including "Mad Max: Fury Road." Rage
Street."
20.
The cuisine of Namibia combines
indigenous customs, colonial influences, and contemporary trends.
21.
Namibia faces progressing difficulties
connected with income inequality and poverty.
22.
Access to high-quality medical care is a
concern in some parts of the country due to the limited healthcare system.
23.
In some areas, water scarcity is a major
problem that affects both urban and rural communities.
24.
In spite of the fact that endeavors have
been made to address it, there are still elevated degrees of joblessness,
especially among the youth.
25.
HIV/AIDS is a major concern, with a high
predominance rate in the country.
26.
Periodic droughts can have severe
effects on agriculture and livelihoods in some areas.
27.
Quality of education and access varies
broadly, leading to variations in education rates and learning results.
28.
Land reallocation and land rights issues
are intricate and have not been completely settled since the country gained
independence.
29.
Notwithstanding its obligation to
protection, Namibia faces difficulties with wild life poaching, including for
rhino horns and elephant ivory.
30.
Underdeveloped transportation
infrastructure can impede economic expansion, particularly in rural areas.