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The name Oshakati means 'that which is in between' in Oshiwambo, the language of the Ovambo people.
Oshakati
Namibia
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.
From the “History” section
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Oshakati was proclaimed a town in 1992, two years after Namibia achieved independence.
Oshakati
Namibia
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.
From the “Economy and infrastructure” section
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Oshakati is prone to flooding due to its location in the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin and near the Okatana River.
Oshakati
Namibia
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.
From the “Geography” section
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Oshakati is governed by a town council that has seven seats, covering two electoral constituencies.
Oshakati
Namibia
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.
From the “Politics” section
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The annual Oshakati Totem Expo combines local traditions with a modern business exhibition.
Oshakati
Namibia
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.
From the “Culture” section
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