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The Kavango River in north eastern Namibia forms part of the border between Namibia and Angola and also serves as the focal point of the Kavango people. There are about 140 000 Kavango people in Namibia, and they can be broken into five groups, Mbukushu, Sambiyu, Kwangari, Mbunza and Geiriku.
The traditional home of the Kavango people is the Kavango Region in north eastern Namibia. Traditionally Kavangos make their living from fishing, cattle, and the farming of sorghum, millet and maize. The Kavangos are closely related to the Owambo people and both are thought to have originated in east Africa.
Each tribe is headed by a traditional chief, who is assisted by headmen. The chief has power over his entire tribe and is responsible for the allocation of land. Although the Kavango chiefs are always male, the system is mostly matrilineal.
The Kavango region is well known for its wood carvers, and the Kavango are responsible for the majority of wood carvings you will find in Namibia.
If you're interested in organising a trip to this area please email us for help. Many of our safaris through Namibia visit this area en route to Victoria Falls or the Caprivi.