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The Kavango People

an overview of Namibia's population

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. The major center in this region is the town of Rundu. 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.

The people and population of Namibia

  • Kavango: Bath Time
  • Kavango: Dinner
  • Kavango: Fishing Baskets And Pots
  • Kavango: Pounding Maize
  • Kavango: Transport
  • Kavango: Use Your Head
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Divava Okavango Lodge

An upmarket lodge and spa on the banks of the Kavango River

Hakusembe River Lodge

Small lodge situated close to the town of Rundu

Kaisosi River Lodge

Another lodge close to Rundu, offers good fishing

Kavango River Lodge

Situated on the banks of the river (hence the name) in Rundu

Ngepi Camp

A rustic river side campsite and lodge offering excellent value for money

Nunda Lodge

Close to Popa Falls and the Mahango Reserve this lodge offers stunning river views

Ndhovu Lodge

Refreshingly, and surprisingly for the area, this lodge does not have the word 'River' as part of its name. Do not be misled it is situated on the banks of the river opposite the Caprivi Game Park (Bwabwata National Park)

Popa Falls Rest Camp

Close to the Popa Falls, this rest camp offers very basic accommodation

Sarasunga River Lodge

On a beautiful plot of indigenous plants and trees overlooking the river

Accommodation in Swakopmund