Annerie Maré, 26, of Kamanjab, Kunene, Namibia almost won Miss Namibia 2021. She was the first runner-up.
Miss Namibia 2021
Hosted by Adriano Visagie, the Miss Namibia 2021 coronation ceremony took place in Windhoek, Namibia on June 5, 2021 and was broadcast live on NBC1. Nic Kruger, Umbi Karuaihe, Ntwala Mwilima, Cynthia Schimming and Robinson Hangula served as the judges.
Including Maré, 15 finalists competed for the title. Crowned Miss Namibia 2021, Chelsi Tashaleen Shikongo, 23, of Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia will compete at Miss Universe 2021.
Michelle Mukuve, 21, of Rundu was second runner-up while Aurelia Samuyenga, 23, and Chane Anne Marshall, 26, finished in the Top 5. Before being named as Miss Namibia 2021 first runner-up, Maré was given the Miss Fitness award.
Maré is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in counseling. The Kamanjab native loves traveling and is interested in being actively involved in developments in the tourism, agriculture and entrepreneurship.
In 2012, Maré participated in the Eagles’ Wings Girls and Horses program in the United States. In April 2015, she launched Eagles’ Wings Africa.
“I like new adventures and to explore life and culture,” Maré told The Namibian more than a month before the Miss Namibia 2021 coronation ceremony. “I would work hard for agriculture in various villages and small towns in Namibia.”
It has yet to be confirmed if Maré is representing Namibia in an international beauty pageant. Miss Namibia 2019 first runner-up Julita-Kitwe Mbangula was Miss Africa Calabar 2020 second runner-up.
Kamanjab
Kamanjab is a vital gateway town located in the Kunene Region of Namibia, acting as a crossroads for travelers venturing into the dramatic landscapes of the northwest. Situated at the junction of major routes leading toward the Etosha National Park, Damaraland, and the remote Kaokoveld, this small settlement serves as a critical supply stop for those navigating the rugged, arid expanses of the country.
The town is characterized by a semi-arid climate and a landscape defined by rolling scrubland and rocky outcrops, which are typical of the Kunene region. Beyond its function as a logistics hub, Kamanjab provides an intimate look at the local Namibian way of life, where the community is deeply connected to the surrounding ranching and tourism sectors. Nearby, visitors often engage with cultural tourism, including interactions with the semi-nomadic Himba people, whose traditional lifestyle remains a profound focal point for those exploring the region’s rich heritage.
As a bridge between civilization and the untamed wilderness of Namibia, Kamanjab captures the quiet resilience of rural life. Whether serving as a final refueling point before entering the desert or a base for exploring ancient rock art, the town remains an essential piece of the Kunene experience.
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