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Each year, the northern part of Namibia comes alive with a vibrant celebration that unites the eight Aawambo communities and offers a chance to savour omaongo, a traditional drink made from the marula fruit. Omaongo is a traditional beverage from…
Maggie Shivute
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There’s something about the banks of the Chobe River that captures your heart – the stillness of early mornings, the call of birds overhead, and the sight of elephant’s trudge through waters. For years, Chobe River Camp has been a…
Jandia van Wyk
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In an area forged by wind and silence, a herd of horses run freely across the gravel plains near Garub. These are the wild horses of the Namib Desert, feral, tenacious, and uniquely adapted. They are not just survivors of…
Eva-Rakel Johannes
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One of my fondest memories of Kalahari truffles was a few years back when, on the way to a wedding in the Omaheke region, we stopped on the roadside for an impromptu truffle picnic. Driving along, we had noticed some…
Ron Swilling
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Who cannot be awed by the king of trees, the mighty baobab? The hollow interiors of some of these majestic trees have been used for various purposes in the past. They have been used as a hiding place, a post…
Manni Goldbeck
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In a meaningful gesture of partnership in nature conservation and empowering communities, Gondwana Collection recently donated three vehicles to the three Palmwag conservancies: Sesfontein, Anabeb, and Torra at a ceremony held at Palmwag Lodge and Campsite. This donation marks another…
Gondwana Collection Namibia
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First off, Bwabwata isn’t your typical national park. Here, people and wildlife share the landscape in a unique conservation area that feels more like a National Geographic special in the making. The park, stretching across a whopping 6 100 square kilometers…
Eva-Rakel Johannes
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Namibia is known for its fine network of gravel and tar roads. And as much as I enjoy the gravel, the tarred roads make travel easy and give us the opportunity to appreciate the landscape around us. This got me…
Manni Goldbeck
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The Okashana Springs on the northern fringes of the Andoni Plain is a popular place for residents of Omuthiya and passers-by to relax over weekends and public holidays. Much fun is enjoyed by adults and children alike to cool off…
Willie Olivier
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Everyone loves Kombis. Who couldn’t love this Volkswagen bus that was based on the design of our beloved Beetle, ‘the people’s car’. I have fond memories of my parents’ Kombi from childhood days. And later on in life, my family…
Manni Goldbeck
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This time of year, the ozombanuis start growing, peaking at Easter time. They bring back such strong childhood memories for me. You may well ask what ozombanuis are, and I’ll let you in on the secret. They are gemsbok beans,…
Manni Goldbeck
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Namibia has been experiencing widespread rainfall over the past few weeks, with significant downpours recorded across various regions. The much-needed rainfall, influenced by Tropical Cyclone Jude, has provided some relief to both urban and remote areas, replenishing water sources, rejuvenating…
Eva-Rakel Johannes
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Ruacana is situated at the western extremity of the Omusati region, where the plains give way to the rugged mountain landscape of Kaokoland. It is also the meeting point of different cultures – Otjiherero-speaking groups such as the Ovahimba, Ovazemba…
Willie Olivier
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The commemoration of Independence Day this year is especially noteworthy since Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s first female president, ushers in a new era. A momentous occasion transformed into a sign of progress and a revitalised dedication to diversity in leadership and…
Gondwana Collection Namibia
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One of Fransfontein’s stalwarts, Cornelius Bowe, sadly died on 7 March 2025 at the age of 82. A senior traditional councillor and vice captain of the Swartbooi Traditional Authority, Bowe was a well-respected, kind and much-loved member of the Fransfontein…
Willie Olivier
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Beyond the science, Namibia’s indigenous communities have long used stars for navigation, storytelling, and spiritual significance. It’s no surprise that what had begun as an emerging niche in tourism quickly evolved into a specialised fan-favourite for visitors globally. The word…
Eva-Rakel Johannes
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