Otjimbingwe
Country: Namibia
Region: Africa
Period: 1863-1890
Location: -22.3575°N, 16.128611°E
Description
Otjimbingwe, located in central Namibia, served as the administrative capital of German South-West Africa from 1864 to 1890. Positioned along the Swakop River, it was a key mission and trade center before and during early German colonial rule, offering strategic access to the interior.
Modern Remains
Today, Otjimbingwe is a quiet settlement with remnants of its colonial past, including old German buildings, mission churches, and a historical cemetery. These structures, alongside monuments and plaques, preserve its role in Namibia’s complex colonial history.