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Oshakati

City in northern Namibia and capital of the Oshana Region.

Oshakati is a city located in northern Namibia and serves as the capital of the Oshana Region. It functions as a key trade and transportation hub for the surrounding agricultural areas, with substantial commercial activity concentrated in its central business district.

Etymology

Oshakati's name originates from the Oshiwambo language, reflecting its historical significance.

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Oshakati is a city in northern Namibia that's like the main hub for the Oshana Region, where lots of people live and work.

Fun Facts

Oshakati is a relatively young city, having been declared a town in 1973
,The name 'Oshakati' means 'big hut' in Oshiwambo
,It is a major trading center for the surrounding agricultural areas

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What region is Oshakati the capital of? Oshana Region,When was Oshakati declared a town? 1973,What is the population of Oshakati? Around 85,000

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Oshana Region Namibia

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