Africa in pictures: Namibia—Land of Endless Horizons

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Editor's note: Africa in Pictures is a special visual feature by CGTN Africa, capturing the continent through compelling images. From daily life and cultural traditions to landscapes and moments of change, it offers a vivid, people-centered view of Africa's diversity and vitality.

Tourists visited Dune 40, one of the most iconic sand dunes in the Sossusvlei Desert, at Namibia's Naukluft National Park on September 29, 2024. /CFP

From towering red sand dunes to rugged coastlines and abundant wildlife, Namibia is a country of breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

Home to a population of just over three million people, it is one of the world's most sparsely populated countries, offering vast open spaces where nature takes center stage.

Flocks of flamingos flew against the backdrop of desert grasslands and mudflats in Walvis Bay, Namibia, on September 30, 2024. /CFP

The country is home to the ancient Namib Desert, where the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the white clay pan of Deadvlei are among Namibia's most iconic landmarks.

Along the Atlantic coast, the Skeleton Coast is renowned for its dramatic scenery, shipwrecks and large colonies of Cape fur seals.

Beyond its spectacular landscapes, Namibia is home to diverse communities, including the Himba, Herero and San peoples, whose traditions continue to shape the nation's cultural identity.

The Quiver Tree Manor in Karas, Namibia, was bathed in a red sunrise on September 29, 2024. /CFP

Ancient trees lie quietly in Deadvlei, Namibia, on September 30, 2024. /CFP

An aerial view of the Skeleton Coast, Namibia taken on September 30, 2024. /CFP

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