Best of Namibia 2026
This year, you spoke, and the results are here! Across every category, your votes crowned the best of the best: the restaurants you can’t stop talking about, the personalities who inspire, the places that feel like home, and the services that make life better. These are our 2026 winners, the people and places that truly make Namibia shine. Congratulations to every winner and nominee! Your passion, talent, and dedication are what make Namibia extraordinary.
FOOD & DINING
Where do you take the family out for a great meal?
Goodfellas Pizza & Pub
Where’s the best place for sushi or Asian cuisine?
Daisho Sushi & Wine Bar
Who serves the freshest seafood in town?
Cape Town Fish Market
Where’s your go-to pizza spot?
Goodfellas Pizza & Pub
Where’s your favourite spot for a hearty breakfast or bistro-style meal?
Mugg & Bean
Who makes the juiciest ribs in town?
Spur
Where do you go for a top-quality steak meal?
Butcher’s Block
Where do you get the best slap chips?
OK Foods Bains
Who serves the tastiest burgers?
Rocco Mamas
Where do you buy the best biltong?
Wilhelmstal Farm Stall
Where do you go when you’re craving the best chicken in town?
Galitos
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
Lodge or Safari that offers the best experience
Mokuti Etosha
Which hotel do you love staying at?
Strand Hotel Swakopmund
Where do you go for a cosy bed & breakfast stay?
Arebbusch Travel Lodge
Where’s your favourite weekend getaway spot?
Midgard
Where’s the best place to pitch your tent and camp?
Etosha Safari Camp
Where can you enjoy a luxurious ‘glamping’ experience?
Kalahari Anib Lodge
Which travel agent do you trust to plan your trips?
Gondwana Travel Centre
SERVICES
Which insurance company gives you the best service?
Old Mutual
Where do you bank for the best experience?
FNB
Which law firm do you trust the most?
Kadhila Amoomo Legal Practitioners
Where do you go for top medical and health services?
Lady Pohamba Private Hospital
Which medical aid do you trust to take care of you and your family?
Namibia Medical Care (NMC)
Which pharmacy is your go-to for medication and wellness products?
Dis-Chem
Who is the most reliable internet provider?
Paratus
Which courier service never lets you down?
Nampost
Which plumbing company do you trust for home or business repairs?
Namibia Leak Detection and Plumbing
Where do you go for electrical services that get the job done?
Dirkies Electrical and Plumbing
Which accounting or audit firm do you trust with your finances?
PwC
LIFESTYLE
Where’s the best place to hit the gym?
Virgin Active
Which spa or wellness centre helps you relax and recharge?
Life Day Spa
Where do you get the best nail treatments?
@joja.nailedit’
VEHICLES & MOBILITY
Where would you go to buy a brandnew car?
Pupkewitz Motors
Where do you find the best deals on second-hand cars?
Pupkewitz Automark
Where do you take your car for a reliable service or repairs?
Pupkewitz Motors
Who do you trust to fix your car after an accident?
Star Body Works
Where do you go for new tyres or maintenance?
TrenTyre
Who do you rely on when you need to rent a car?
Namibia 2Go
What’s your go-to ride or taxi service?
Yango
Where do you go for all your bicycle needs?
CYMOT
Which fuel station do you always stop at to fill up?
Shell
RETAIL
Where do you shop for the latest fashion trends?
Woolworths
Where do you go to buy locally made fashion or lifestyle products?
Shilongo Leather
Where do you do your weekly grocery shopping?
Model
Where do you go for all your hardware and DIY needs?
Pupkewitz Megabuild
Where do you buy home appliances?
Megabuild Lifestyle
Which shopping mall or centre is your favourite?
Grove Mall
Where’s the best neighbourhood convenience store?
Spar
Best place to buy fresh produce
Food Lovers Market
Where do you always go to get your weekend braai meat?
Food Lovers Market
WEDDING & EVENTS
Where in Nam would you host the wedding of your dreams?
Droombos
Where do you go for top-notch conferences or corporate events?
Droombos
Who serves up the best meals at weddings or big celebrations?
Droombos
Where do you go for the freshest and most beautiful flowers?
Flowered Earth
EDUCATION
Which pre-primary or daycare centre gives little ones the best start?
Delta Kindergarten
Where would you send your child for a great primary school education?
Delta Primary School
Where do you think high schoolers get the best education?
Windhoek High School
Where would you go for further studies or higher education?
University of Namibia
Which vocational training centre provides top-notch skills development?
Namibian Institute of Mining and
Technology
CHARITIES
Which charity does the most for health and wellness?
Cancer Association of Namibia
Which organisation makes the biggest impact in education and youth development?
United Youth Charity Association
Who is leading the way in environmental conservation?
Cheetah Conservation Fund
Which charity makes the biggest difference in social services and community development?
Gondwana Care Trust
Which organisation is doing amazing work in animal welfare?
Cheetah Conservation Fund
PERSONALITIES & ICONS
Which Namibian musician do you love the most?
Exit
Which local sports star makes you proud?
Peter Shalulile
Which band always puts on a great performance?
One Blood
Who is the funniest local comedian?
Blacksmith
Which creator do you follow for great content?
Maria Nepembe
Which photographer turns memories into art?
Raw Media
Which visual artist creates the best work?
Nally
BEVERAGE HOTSPOTS
Where do you go for the best nightlife and drinks?
Brewer & Butcher
Which coffee shop serves the best brew?
Mugg & Bean
Where’s your go-to bottle store for your favourite drinks?
Metro Liquor
Where do you pop in for a quick drink at your local neighbourhood pub?
Nico’s Pub & Grill
