Erongo Region facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Erongo Region
Region
Location of the Erongo Region in Namibia
Country	Namibia
Capital	Swakopmund
Area
• Total	63,539 km2 (24,533 sq mi)
Population  (2011)
• Total	150,809
• Density	2.373487/km2 (6.14730/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+2 (CAT)

The Erongo Region is one of the 14 main areas, called regions, in the country of Namibia. It is located on the western coast of Namibia. The capital city of this region is Swakopmund.

The region gets its name from Mount Erongo, a famous mountain in the area. Erongo is known for its beautiful desert landscapes and its connection to the Atlantic Ocean.

Leadership in Erongo

The Erongo Region has a leader called a Governor. The Governor helps to manage the region and make decisions for the people living there.

The Governor's Role

The Governor works to improve the lives of the people in the Erongo Region. They oversee local government and help with development projects.

Current Governor

As of 2020, Neville Andre Itope became the Governor of the Erongo Region. He is responsible for leading the region.

Electoral Areas

The Erongo Region is divided into smaller areas called electoral constituencies. These areas are important because people vote for their representatives in these constituencies.

Constituencies in Erongo

There are seven main electoral constituencies in the Erongo Region. Each one helps to make sure that different parts of the region have a voice in government.

• Arandis
• Dâures (This area used to be known as Brandberg Constituency)
• Karibib
• Omaruru
• Swakopmund
• Walvis Bay Rural
• Walvis Bay Urban