Otjozondjupa Region facts for kids
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Otjozondjupa Region
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Location of the Otjozondjupa Region in Namibia
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| Country | Namibia |
| Capital | Otjiwarongo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 105,460 km2 (40,720 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 143,903 |
| • Density | 1.36453/km2 (3.53411/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
Otjozondjupa is one of the 14 regions in the country of Namibia. It is located in the central part of Namibia. The main city and capital of this region is Otjiwarongo.
This region is known for its beautiful natural areas. One famous place here is the Waterberg Plateau Park. It is a large park with amazing wildlife and a unique flat-topped mountain.
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About Otjozondjupa Region
Otjozondjupa is a big region in Namibia. It covers an area of about 105,460 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of a small country! In 2011, about 143,903 people lived in Otjozondjupa.
The region plays an important part in Namibia. It connects different parts of the country.
Who Leads the Region?
Each region in Namibia has a leader called a Governor. The Governor helps manage the region and its people. Since 2020, James Uerikua has been the Governor of the Otjozondjupa Region.
How the Region is Divided
For easier management, Otjozondjupa is divided into smaller areas. These areas are called constituencies. There are 7 constituencies in the Otjozondjupa Region:
- Grootfontein
- Okahandja
- Okakarara
- Omatako
- Otavi
- Otjiwarongo
- Tsumkwe
Each constituency has its own local government. This helps to make sure that the needs of people in all parts of the region are met.
Places to Explore
Otjozondjupa has some interesting places to visit:
Waterberg Plateau Park
This park is a special place for nature lovers. It has a high plateau with steep cliffs. Many rare and endangered animals live here. These animals include buffalo, rhinos, and antelopes. The park helps protect these animals.
Hoba Meteorite
Near the town of Grootfontein, you can find the Hoba meteorite. This is the largest known meteorite on Earth. It is a huge piece of rock from space. It weighs about 60 tons! Scientists believe it fell to Earth about 80,000 years ago. It is a very cool sight to see.
Images for kids
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Unusual Fluorite specimen from Okorusu Mine, Otjiwarongo Constituency, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia. Size: 12.9 × 10.4 × 4.9 cm
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Hoba meteorite near Grootfontein (2014)
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See also
In Spanish: Región de Otjozondjupa para niños
