Oshana Region, Namibia · Africa
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Oshakati is a town located in Oshana Region, Namibia. With a population of 43,309, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Oshakati sits in Namibia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Africa/Windhoek time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Oshakati to your route.
Oshakati is a town in northern Namibia. It is the regional capital of the Oshana Region and one of Namibia's largest cities, both by population and as an economic center. It had a population of 58,656 people in 2023.
Oshakati was founded in July 1966 and proclaimed a town in 1992. The town was used as a base ofRead more
operations by the South African Defence Force (SADF) during the South African Border War.
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Oshakati is located in Oshana Region, Namibia, Africa. The coordinates are -17.7883 latitude, 15.7044 longitude.
Oshakati has a population of approximately 43,309 people, making it a town in Namibia.
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