Namibia Shopping

any music store: New entry on my list of favourite songs

by chicabonita

The song Vul'Indlela is playing almost without interruption since I'm back home! The first time I heard it at the pool party of Silke's friend and I liked the song from the beginning! I've bought the CD Greatest Hits of Brenda Fassie. And Brenda has much more great songs! I got it in Musica. The shop is located on the main shopping street downtown Windhoek I paid N$ 99,95, it's about USD 16.

Any supermarket: Buy Sprinkle Spice

by chicabonita

Buy the Colman's Worcestershire Spinkle Spice from Holbrooks. Since I tasted it, it is one of my favourite spices. Make a salad of tomatoes and avocados and just put on this spice. It is EXCELLENT!!! Try it on a boiled egg or use into your salad dressing ...Unfortunately I have no idea if it is available in Germany or somewhere else in Europe. Luckly I have collegues from Namibia and if they go home for holiday they always have to bring a few packages of this spice for me.

Supermarkets and more: Supermarkets and more

by diageva

There is little people at Namibia but the have great supermarkets with all kind of things, belive me you will not miss nearly anything.Spar is a chain of supermarkets I saw in every city I went, they are really big supermarkets where you can pay with credit card without problem.Great varity of fruit, vegetables and meat, all kind of biscuits ... and everything for bath or camping

no: bargin......

by THLIN

Just outside in the street. You can bargin with the sellers on the street.Enjoy!! African crafts are the best choices. Hereo dolls are among the most speical ones. Both SA Rand and Namibian dollars are lagal tender. The rate is 1:1 but for international visitors, I think it's better to pay and get refund by Rand.

Wood Carvings

by tini58de

This "shop" was a roadside shop and I could have bought tons of these wonderful wood carvings!!! There are shops in the bigger cities, but I preferred to buy these souvenirs right from the artist himself!

At a book store, either at home or in Namibia: Pick up a copy of "When Hippo was Hairy"

by 850prc

I'm actually describing a book, not a shop. If you're traveling to southern Africa with younger family members, I'd suggest that you pick up a copy of "When Hippo was Hairy" by Nick GreavesISBN# 1-86872-456-5(Check with the publisher atwww.struik.co.za)This book has approximately 30 tales and legends concerning the animals and lands of southern Africa, as passed down from the San, Damara, Herero, Ovambo and other peoples of the region. It's an entertaining way to learn about the animals, lands and cultures of the countries you visit. An example of the stories you will read is "Why the Lion does not eat fruit", a Hambakushu story. Very interesting and entertaining stuff, especially during long drives with your kids. "When Hippo was Hairy", by Nick Greaves, illustrated by Rod Clement, ISBN# 1-86872-456-5 Approximately US$10. I'm pretty sure you can get this from Amazon.com online, too.

Okahandja Craft Market, Okahandja, Namibia: Native crafts....carvings, polished stones, etc.

by 850prc

This is really more of a local craft co-op shop. Numerous artisans and shop owners are located under one basic roof, offering all sorts of native carvings, weaved goods and polished stones.Negotiations are the name of the game at this location. Sellers are active, but not threatening. As was the case in most Namibian local shops, service and attitudes were very friendly to visitors. At this type of shop, you will findwood carvingspolished stoneslocal (cheap) jewelry, rings and necklacesmusical instruments (flutes, etc.)clothnative and colorful items of clothing Generally, these items are pretty cheap. I'd offer "50%" as a rule of negotiating. Make it your plan to get the seller down to 50% (or less) of his original offer.

Lovely Fabric

by tini58de

In Windhoek we bought some wonderful fabric - it is a great souvenir! It was a small shop owned by Namibians of German descent, who gave us a lot of additional information, too! It was a fabulous shopping experience!

Namibia Arts and Crafts Centre: Quality Arts and Crafts

by tryhard

The centre is a gallery and selling point for many local artists and crafts people selling original works of all description.Here you will find work that is not available from the curio sellers churning out stuff enmasse.There is a lot of linen work such as quilt covers, table cloths, cushion covers etc which have all been decorated with freehand tapestry designs, unique wood carvings. Weaving, basketry, pottery, sculpture, paintings and much more.The shop also houses a cafe. I found that buying practical items was best.We bought beautiful washable cushion covers that we use everyday and as such are a constant reminder of Namibia. Anything from a few dollars to hundreds.

SHopping Mall in Swakopmund: African Souvenirs

by lihue