Rundu

Rundu is the capital and largest city of the Kavango-East Region in northern Namibia. It lies on the border with Angola on the banks of the Kavango River about 1,000 metres (3,300 feet) above sea level. Rundu's population is growing rapidly. The 2001 census counted 36,964 inhabitants; and for the 2011 census it has climbed to 63,430.

Rundu
Town
Aerial view of Rundu
Nickname: 
Ru-town
Motto: 
Unity & Development
Rundu
Location in Namibia
Coordinates: 17°55′S 19°46′E
Country Namibia
RegionKavango-East Region
ConstituencyRundu Urban constituency
Government
  TypeMayor-council government
  MayorVerna Mpingana Sinimbo (SWAPO)
Elevation
1,095 m (3,593 ft)
Population
 (2011)
  Total63,431
Time zoneUTC+2 (SAST)
Area code066
ClimateBSh
Websitehttp://www.runducity.iway.na/
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