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Namibia :: South Namibia
:: Aroab Area
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Places :: Village
Aroab is a small town some 35 km west of the South African border. It’s named after the nearby river; the word is an amalgamation of two Nama words: aub meaning dry riverbed and aroe, the type of thornbushes found in such terrain. Situated on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, this settlement survives on an annual rainfall of just 150 - 200 mm. The main industry here is cattle, goat and sheep farming, with game hunting on offer during the winter months.
Traveller DescriptionAroab is a small, tidy town with more schools and churches than you’d expect. Even though this is a small village, the General Dealer is well-stocked to cater for the farming community.
Facilities : | General Dealer |
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Police Telephone : | +264(0)63 280 504 |
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Towing Service Telephone : | +264(0)81 129 7490 (Polka Tow-In Okahandja) |
Petrol Type : | LRP/ULP |
BANKING:
There is no bank in Aroab only a mini-ATM however it occasionally struggles with certain bank cards.
EMERGENCY SERVICES:
Aroab Fire Brigade: +264(0)63 280 513.
Fire Officer: +264(0)81 456 4419
HEALTHCARE:
The hospital contact number added is for the Aroab Health Centre: Tel: +264(0)63 280 511. State Hospital of Aroab - previously known as the Roman Catholic Clinic.
MECHANICAL REPAIR:
There is no mechanical repair services, however the fuel station can help with tyre repairs but no one sells tyres, there is no tow-in service.
FUEL:
Take note: Garage or Petrol cards will no longer be accepted as a legal tender for purchase of fuel, spares or repairs in Namibia.
Cash, Debit and Credit cards are legal payment instruments, but many fuel stations choose NOT to accept Debit and/or Credit cards. But generally credit cards are accepted at garages in bigger and touristy towns. Take extra cash with still in case!
SHOPS:
The general dealer is well stocked.
TOW-IN:
Tow-in service is for Polka 24hr; they are based in Okahandja, but offer a 24-hour service anywhere in Namibia. Alternative numbers are +264(0)62 500 132 or +264(0)62 504 250.
USEFUL NUMBERS:
Aroab Village Council: +264(0)63 280 513.
CEO: +264(0)81 129 5439.
Supermarket: +264(0)63 280 581.
The fuel station can help with tyre repairs.