Genocide Remembrance Day

📣 Traveler notes

Namibia is located in Southern Africa and features diverse attractions, including the Namib Desert, Fish River Canyon Park, Etosha National Park, and the Kalahari Desert. The country is linguistically diverse, with residents speaking nine languages. German, Afrikaans, and English are commonly spoken.

• Use 'Namibian' when unsure of proper racial terminology.
• Greeting people is expected in markets, taxis, and local shops.
• Public displays of affection are generally reserved for bars or nightclubs.
• Visitors should be mindful of the historical context of the Herero and Nama genocide.
• The country mixes modern amenities with traditional and colonial-era practices.
• Locals are nationalistic and proud of their country.
• Standard greetings involve asking 'How are you?' or 'Howzit?'. Dress appropriately; while shorts and trousers are common for tourists, overly safari-themed attire outside safari settings is noted. Formal or traditional attire is customary for formal occasions or services.