Namibia is a land both rugged and fragile, barren yet breathtaking — a wilderness that captures the enduring spirit of Africa. Across its vast landscapes, wildlife moves freely: elephants, rhinos, giraffes, and buffalo roam, while lions, leopards, and cheetahs tread silently. Rich birdlife, with hundreds of species many of which breed locally, adds colour and song to the open spaces. In this semi-desert land, where droughts are part of life, plants, animals, and people have adapted with remarkable resilience. Among Namibia’s unique treasures is the Welwitschia mirabilis, endemic to the Namib Desert and one of the oldest living species on Earth. The country is also home to scores of endemic plants and more than a hundred native trees, each a testament to its extraordinary natural heritage.