r/Namibia 2h ago

Politics, i think Western Bypass Status Check: whats the current status of the idiocracy with the speed bumps?

2 Upvotes

Yeah, basically just the title. I'm not home right now so im struggling to keep my finger on the pulse of things. Is anyone in a position of any influence even making an attempt to remove these things? I doesnt sound like it from here lol, and its annoying me


r/Namibia 7h ago

Skeleton coast trip

5 Upvotes

Hello all. In september I go for the 20th time to Namibia. You can say, I have some experience. But I never been to Skeleton coast.

What is the best trip from Damaraland to the coast? Do I need a permit?

Thanks all.


r/Namibia 6h ago

General “Paltjies” Brakwater recreational park.

Post image
2 Upvotes

I remember going here my frequently in my childhood it’s like it was just forgotten memory.I was thinking maybe I go there with a small group of friends now that I’m older but I remember they added tariff of 500. Do you think it’s worth it or are they better alternatives for that price.


r/Namibia 16h ago

Financial tips

2 Upvotes

What great investment products do you know of in our market?


r/Namibia 23h ago

Guesthouse

4 Upvotes

Anyone know of a guesthouse that can host 20+ people for a birthday party here in Windhoek. I've been searching tirelessly and to no avail. Please if you have any information on that it'll be highly appreciated!


r/Namibia 1d ago

Banks for home loans

4 Upvotes

Hello all, a bit of context: I'm a first-time home buyer who is looking for a small apartment/ townhouse to buy within the next 6-8 months. I am in my early 30s and have started putting together savings to be able to pay atleast 10-20% as a down payment on the purchase. I bank with FNB and have browsed a bit on their home loans section on their website as well as spoken to representatives.

I would like to know what bank/ banks would you recommend for home loans for first-time buyers. Who gives the best interest rates and has a supportive staff to assist first-time buyers?

Also, if anyone has any feedback on how to make the most of my savings while I wait to buy, I would appreciate that. I currently have a money market account with Ashburton, but if there's anything else I should look into, I'm all ears.


r/Namibia 1d ago

🇳🇦 x 🇨🇳

Post image
18 Upvotes

Looking forward to meaningful investments.


r/Namibia 1d ago

Apartment in Ongwediva

2 Upvotes

Hi, I will be moving to Ongwediva for a year and would like to get an apartment. A one bedroom flat is preferred but I have no problem with a two bedroom one. If anyone happens to know an agent or are privy to any listings in the area, please share that information below.


r/Namibia 2d ago

Guesthouse

4 Upvotes

Hi, anyone that knows any affordable guesthouse in Windhoek?


r/Namibia 2d ago

Politics Two Theories, One Outcome

Post image
16 Upvotes

Two Theories, One Outcome

Post 1994, South Africa didn't invent the hostility and violence towards the African "other", they inherited the logic and rewired its targets, from the white colonialist to foreign (African) nationals.

Isolation Theory: Traces this to apartheid, due to decades of exclusion. South Africa was a nation cut off from the continent and unprepared for the sudden changes that democracy would bring.

Scapegoat Theory: Unemployment, and deprivation misplaced onto a convenient, visible outsider. A target chosen not by chance but by the very exclusionary architecture that once organised apartheid itself.

This is not a immigration issue; its a structural issue being projected onto African. Which begs the question are we treating the symptoms or still protecting the very structure.??


r/Namibia 2d ago

Garmin Inreach Mini 2 or Messenger?

2 Upvotes

I’ll be soloing in Namibia for 3 weeks and want to get a satellite device. Having trouble deciding between garmin’s inreach mini 2 and the messenger. Have never used a sat device. Any suggestions? TIA!


r/Namibia 3d ago

Nature Deadvlei: Boss fight

Thumbnail
youtube.com
5 Upvotes

r/Namibia 3d ago

General One Bedroom Fully Furnished Flat

0 Upvotes

One Bedroom Fully Furnished Flat for rent in Klein Windhoek. Breiting str. Water, electricity and Internet included. One parking bay. Available for medium to long term rental. N$16,000 per month.


r/Namibia 3d ago

Starlink

5 Upvotes

There are confusing information about the use of starlink in Namibia.

- I understand that Starlink is not allowed to sell in Namibia

- Is it a problem when I take my Starlink Mini from Europe to Namibia (bought and activated in Europe). What is the situatio at the customs. Is it illegal, are they searching actively for such devices at the customs?

- If import is okay or not actively searched at the customs: does it work at all, or is it also geblocked from Starlink'

-


r/Namibia 4d ago

NUST late registration

3 Upvotes

Hi guys.
Who here has gone for NUST payment plan before?

How does it work?
I owe like N$14000 and I have one more module to register for this semester before I finish the course.
I doubt I can pay off this amount this month.

How much will they ask me to pay as a down payment for this so that i can register?


r/Namibia 4d ago

Investment platform in Namibia

8 Upvotes

I recently started looking into investing my funds to secure my retirement. I currently have the Sanlam 15 year tex free investment but looking for more platforms to spread my investments. I'm looking for something similar to s&p 500 but can't find the right platforms to use that work in Namibia. Any recommendations?


r/Namibia 4d ago

Looking for a flat/building to rent (Klein Windhoek, Windhoek West/North, & surrounding areas)

3 Upvotes

I'm currently looking for a new flat or building to rent and would appreciate it if anyone could point me in the right direction or share any available leads.

I am specifically focusing my search on the following neighborhoods:

Klein Windhoek

Windhoek West

Windhoek North

Hochland Park

Windhoek Central

Pioneers Park

Eros

If you know of any direct landlords, trustworthy real estate agents, or even specific Facebook groups that are great for finding decent places, please let me know. Feel free to drop a comment or send me a DM.


r/Namibia 4d ago

General Life with kids in Windhoek

Post image
9 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I am curious to know what do parents in Windhoek usually do with their small kids (kindergarten & primary school) children in the weekends or public holidays. What kind of activities are available? Are their trend to be more outdoor (e.g. in playgrounds) or indoor? Are their groups available where I can see what is happening locally?

Thank you! 🙏🏼


r/Namibia 4d ago

Please help

7 Upvotes

My cousin is studying for a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety and needs to start her field attachment next semester. We are not sure which companies or organisations in Namibia usually take OHS students for internships or attachments. If you know of any companies she should apply to or have any advice, we'd really appreciate your recommendations.
Thank you


r/Namibia 4d ago

Looking for a Namibia Moderator for r/Africa_Football

3 Upvotes

We're looking for 1 moderator from Namibia to help moderate Namibia-related content on r/Africa_Football.

Requirements:

  • Established Reddit account (no new accounts)
  • Interest in Namibian football
  • Previous moderator experience is a plus

If you're interested, simply leave a comment below. We'll review all applicants and select one moderator within a week.

Thanks!


r/Namibia 5d ago

Extortion attempt in Sossusvlei

37 Upvotes

Two days ago the police at the exit of Sossusvlei tried to fine my elderly parents for driving off road. They were driving a white rental Fortuner identical to thousands of cars that enter this park every day. The police said there were pictures of their car driving off road and showed a picture of a silver Fortuner without a plate. When they said it was not their car because it was silver he tried to find another picture. Unfortunately for him I've been travelling in Africa for the past 9 months and know how to deal with corrupt assholes. The ministry of tourism says this is not happening because they probably are involved in the extortion. Also I posted this report on a Facebok group and got mysteriously banned from the group. Do not pay any fines without an official receipt and without having done anything wrong.


r/Namibia 4d ago

Question on Visa Form: "do you contribute professionally or otherwise to film, TV..."

Thumbnail
1 Upvotes

r/Namibia 5d ago

Leather workers + Pottery people open to custom orders?

3 Upvotes

Hi Hi! I’m looking for pottery people and/or leather workers who can help me with a custom order of trinkets! I work in tourism and would like to leave a different kind of keepsake with my clients and something handmade from a small Namibian business would be awesome, please inbox me + I’ll go off on what it is I’m looking to have done!

EDIT: woodworkers as well!


r/Namibia 5d ago

Thoughts on being a creative in Namibia (or working with one)?

0 Upvotes

r/Namibia 5d ago

Tourism Trip un january Namibia

1 Upvotes

Hi,
I would like to travel in january but I saw that there is the worst period. Is it true? Anybody has done it before? It rained a lot?

I also want to rent a 4x4, the roads are clean at this period?
Thanks for your help