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Size
and borders
Namibia shares borders with Angola and Zambia in
the north, with Botswana in the east and with Zimbabwe
in the northeast. In the south, Namibia borders
on South Africa and the Atlantic Ocean stretches
along the western coast. Namibia has a surface area
of 824 268 sq. km |
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Climate
Namibia has a typical dry semi-desert climate, where
droughts are a regular occurrence. The days are
warm to hot, while nights are generally cool. The
summer season is from November until the end of
March and is also the main rainy season. Average
annual rainfalls vary from less than 50 mm along
the coast to 350 mm in the central region and 700
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Car hire and
traffic rules
Sedans and 4x4 vehicles can be hired in nearly every
major town in Namibia. Windhoek Foreigners need
an international driver's license but visitors of
neighbouring countries are exempt from this regulation.
Motorists should always ensure that the hired vehicles
have the correct tools and if possible two spare
wheels. In Namibia, we drive on the left side of
the road. The speed limit is 120 km/h on open roads
and 60 km/h in villages/towns. However, it is advisable
to drive at a lower speed than 120 km/h on gravel
roads. Safety belts must be worn. Traffic signs
are international. Warning signs must be respected. |
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Currency
Namibia's currency is the Namibian Dollar (N$) and
is fixed to and has the same value as the South
African Rand (R). The South African Rand is also
accepted throughout the country. |
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Medical
care
Namibia has one doctor per 3 650 persons,
which is one of the highest ratios in Africa. Most
major centres have a state-run hospital or clinic
and there are 2 world-class private hospitals in
Windhoek. Medical practitioners qualifications measures
up to international standards. |
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