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Republic of Namibia

Namibia

Namibia is a country in Africa that is home to 2,634,000 people. It is also home to 23 living indigenous languages. In addition, 5 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, English, is the official language of the country. In formal education, 10 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    2,634,000

    people

    23

    living languages

    92%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 9
    2. 11
    3. 3
    4. 0

Namibia has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.