Zambezi Region, Administrative region in northeastern Namibia.
The Zambezi Region is a narrow strip in northeastern Namibia sandwiched between Angola and Botswana, characterized by tropical rivers, floodplains, and wetlands. The area spans roughly 14,800 square kilometers, with river systems forming the lifeblood for local communities and wildlife.
The territory passed to British administration after World War I, replacing German colonial control. It received a new name in 2013, becoming the Zambezi Region instead of its former designation.
Seven ethnic groups including the Subia, Yeyi, and Mafwe call this region home, speaking distinct languages in daily life. Their traditions shape village life and river communities, where visitors can observe local crafts and customs still practiced today.
The region is accessible via the TransCaprivi Highway or Katima Mulilo Airport, with the best wildlife viewing window between May and October. Plan for longer travel times on the roads, as distances are significant and the landscape moves at its own pace.
The area forms a critical junction where four countries converge and major African rivers meet. This geographic crossroads holds international ecological importance for wildlife conservation efforts across borders.
Location: Namibia
Capital city: Katima Mulilo
Shares border with: Kavango East Region, Cuando Cubango Province, Western Province, North-West District
Address: Zambezi Region, Namibia
Website: http://arc.org.na/home.php?pn=caprivi_council
GPS coordinates: -17.50000,24.26667
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
Namibia offers travelers a diverse landscape of natural wonders and historical landmarks that span vast desert plains, dramatic canyons, and protected wildlife reserves. The country's attractions range from Etosha National Park, where large herds gather at waterholes across more than 8,500 square miles (22,000 square kilometers) of protected land, to the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei rising 1,000 feet (300 meters) above white salt pans. Fish River Canyon cuts 100 miles (160 kilometers) through the southern landscape, while along the Atlantic coast, the Skeleton Coast preserves the remains of ships lost in foggy waters and hosts thriving seal colonies. Rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, created by San peoples over 6,000 years ago, document ancient wildlife and spiritual practices through more than 2,500 carvings in red sandstone. The Namib Desert, one of Earth's oldest arid regions, supports specialized wildlife and plant species that have adapted to extreme conditions over millions of years. Conservation areas like Okonjima protect cheetahs and leopards through research and rehabilitation programs, while coastal wetlands at Pelican Point and Sandwich Harbour provide feeding grounds for flamingos, pelicans, and thousands of Cape fur seals. The collection also includes Kolmanskop, a German colonial diamond mining settlement from 1908 that now stands abandoned as sand dunes gradually reclaim its buildings. These destinations demonstrate how human history, geological forces, and resilient ecosystems have shaped this southwestern African nation into a compelling destination for nature and culture enthusiasts.
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