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Oshikango
City in Ohangwena, Namibia
Overview
Oshikango is a small yet lively border town in northern Namibia's Ohangwena Region, recognized for its lively local markets and cross-border commerce with Angola. The town is a vital trading point that blends Namibian and Angolan cultures in a unique, dynamic atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Namibia
Region
Ohangwena
Population
2,658
Time Zone
Africa/Windhoek
Coordinates
-17.40°, 15.88°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$703
Local Cost
$353
Local Income
$200
Cashless
35
English
60
Temperature
24.0°C
Summer Avg
26.7°C
Winter Avg
18.9°C
Record High
41.4°C
Record Low
1.7°C
Humidity
39%
Precipitation
475 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
VPE
Distance
45 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 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 42/100.
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