Namibia population (live estimate)
Real-time estimate based on UN demographic growth models.
Annual growth: 1.986%.
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Key demographic indicators.
This map shows first-level administrative regions (ADM1).
Key Facts
- Capital: Windhoek
- Official language: English
- Region: Southern Africa
- Continent: Africa
Languages
A brief overview of the linguistic situation in the country.
Namibia recognizes English as its sole official language, though many Indigenous languages are widely spoken. These include Oshiwambo (with multiple dialects), Nama, Damara, Herero, Rukwangali, and the Khoekhoe group. Afrikaans and German also retain significant presence.
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A brief overview of the religious composition of the country.
Namibia’s population is sparse and unevenly distributed, with higher densities in the north. Oshiwambo languages dominate in populated areas, while smaller communities speak highly distinct languages, particularly in the south and northeast.
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A brief overview of the major cities and urban structure of the country.
The cities shown here represent major urban centres with populations over 50,000, as defined by the UN Degree of Urbanisation (DEGURBA) methodology. Smaller towns and rural settlements are not included.
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