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Region
The Oshana Region in Namibia
Country	Namibia
Capital	Oshakati
Area
• Total	8,647 km² (3,339 sq mi)
Population (2011)
• Total	176,674
• Density	20.4318/km² (52.918/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+2 (CAT)

Oshana is a region located in the northern part of Namibia. It is an important area for farming and is home to many people. The main city and capital of the Oshana Region is Oshakati.

Farming and Animals in Oshana

One of the most important crops grown in Oshana is called Omahangu. This grain is a main food source for many families in the region. Besides growing crops, raising animals is also very common. Many herds of Cattle are found here, as the area is good for them to live and graze.

Constituencies of Oshana

A constituency is like a smaller area or district within a region. Each constituency has its own local government and representatives. The Oshana Region is divided into eleven constituencies. These are:

Okaku
Okatana
Okatyali
Ompundja
Ondangwa
Ongwediva
Oshakati East
Oshakati West
Uukwiyu
Uuvudhiya
Ondangwa Urban

Images for kids

Ovamboland, Oshana, Efundja
Oshakati street market

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