Namibia civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Namibia with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Government and law 5 questions
The 1990 Constitution, the National Assembly and National Council, and the rules for naturalisation.
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What is the capital city of Namibia?
Windhoek
Windhoek, in the central highlands, is Namibia's capital and largest city.
Which two houses make up Namibia’s Parliament?
The National Assembly and the National Council
Namibia's Parliament has two houses: the National Assembly and the National Council, which represents the regions.
What is the official language of Namibia?
English
English is Namibia's only official language under the Constitution, although many other languages are widely spoken.
On what date was Namibia’s Constitution adopted?
9 February 1990
The Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution on 9 February 1990, and it came into force at independence on 21 March 1990.
How many years of ordinary residence are required to apply for naturalisation?
Ten years
The Ministry of Home Affairs requires ten years of ordinary residence in Namibia by virtue of a permanent residence permit.
History 5 questions
German colonial rule, South African administration, UN Resolution 435 and independence on 21 March 1990.
On what date did Namibia become independent?
21 March 1990
Namibia became independent from South African rule on 21 March 1990, celebrated every year as Independence Day.
Who was the first President of Namibia?
Sam Nujoma
Sam Nujoma, leader of SWAPO, became Namibia's first President at independence in 1990.
Which European country ruled Namibia as a colony before the First World War?
Germany
Namibia was the colony of German South West Africa from 1884 until South African forces took control in 1915.
Which port enclave was transferred from South Africa to Namibia in 1994?
Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay remained under South African control after independence and was transferred to Namibia in 1994.
Which UN Security Council resolution of 1978 set out the plan for Namibia’s independence?
Resolution 435
UN Security Council Resolution 435 of 1978 set out the plan for elections and independence, carried out in 1989 and 1990.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Windhoek, the Namib Desert, Etosha and Twyfelfontein, the Namibian dollar and the national flag.
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What is the currency of Namibia?
Namibian dollar
Namibia's currency is the Namibian dollar, introduced in 1993 and linked to the South African rand.
What appears in the upper corner of Namibia’s flag?
A golden sun with twelve rays
The flag shows a golden sun with twelve triangular rays on a blue field, with a red diagonal band edged in white and a green lower corner.
What is the highest mountain in Namibia?
Brandberg
The Brandberg, a granite massif in the Erongo Region, is Namibia's highest mountain and is also known for its rock paintings.
Which coastal desert gives Namibia its name?
Namib Desert
Namibia takes its name from the Namib Desert, which runs along the Atlantic coast. The Namib Sand Sea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which rock-engraving site in the Kunene Region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Twyfelfontein
Twyfelfontein, or /Ui-//aes, has one of Africa's largest collections of rock engravings and became a UNESCO site in 2007.
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