Oshakati

Located in the Oshana region of northern Namibia, the capital city of Oshakati lies in the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin near the Angolan border. This bustling city features busy streets lined with donkey carts, colourful open-air market stalls, and collections of local informal trading shops, known as cuca shops. The Okatana River runs through the heart of the city, providing an important life source for the city. Oshakati is the second largest city in Namibia and serves as the base for trans-border trade with Angola. Its semi-arid surrounding landscape is characterised by vast flat plains scattered with palm trees, farmlands and small villages. Visitors can now gain access to the Etosha National Park through a recently opened northern entrance, the King Nhale Gate.