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Rundu
City in Kavango East, Namibia
Overview
Rundu, the capital of the Kavango East region, is a lively city on the banks of the Kavango River, near the Angolan border. Known for its cultural richness and riverine landscapes, Rundu acts as a gateway to both Namibian wilderness and neighboring Angola.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Namibia
Region
Kavango East
Population
118,632
Time Zone
Africa/Windhoek
Coordinates
-17.93°, 19.77°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
52
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$870
Local Cost
$452
Local Income
$220
Cashless
32
English
56
Temperature
23.6°C
Summer Avg
26.0°C
Winter Avg
18.4°C
Record High
41.8°C
Record Low
1.4°C
Humidity
42%
Precipitation
580 mm
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
4
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
NDU
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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