Ruacana is a town in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia and the district capital of the Ruacana electoral constituency. It is located on the border with Angola on the river Kunene . The town is known for the picturesque Ruacana Falls nearby, and for the Ruacana Power Station .

Ruacana Falls is a waterfall located in Ruacana, Omusati on the Kunene River in Northern Namibia. The waterfall is 120 meters (390 ft) high and 700 meters (2,300 ft) wide in full flood. It is among the largest waterfalls in Africa, both by volume and width. [1] [2]

Ruacana Falls is on the Kunene River in the Ruacana area, near Oshifo town in Omusati region, in northern Namibia. The falls stand 120 metres high and stretch 700 metres wide at full flow. It is ...

Mar 28, 2025 · Ruacana is situated at the western extremity of the Omusati region, where the plains give way to the rugged mountain landscape of Kaokoland. It is also the meeting point of different cultures ...

8 hours ago · The Ruacana Waterfalls in Namibia’s Omusati region have proven to be a magnet for tourists this Easter weekend, attracting thousands who are eager to revel in the serene beauty of this natural wonder. This spectacular waterfall, known for its breathtaking views and vibrant surroundings, offers a perfect escape for nature lovers and adventure ...

On the rare occasion when there’s a surfeit of water, Ruacana returns to its former glory. In wetter years, it’s no exaggeration to say it rivals Victoria Falls – if you hear that it’s flowing, you certainly won’t regret a trip to see it (and it may be the closest you ever get to Angola).

At 120 metres high and 700 metres wide when the Kunene River is in flood, Ruacana is one of Africa’s largest falls measured by volume and width. Why, then, is Ruacana not one of the premier tourism spots in the country?

Explore Ruacana, a town rich in cultural heritage and home to the stunning Ruacana Falls and vital hydropower scheme on the Kunene River.

Ruacana Falls is a magnificent waterfall located on the Kunene River, near the town of Ruacana in Angola. The falls are known for their impressive height and width, particularly during the rainy season when the water flow is at its peak.

Ruacana Falls is a waterfall located in Ruacana, Omusati on the Kunene River in Northern Namibia. The waterfall is 120 meters high and 700 meters wide in full flood. It is among the largest waterfalls in Africa, both by volume and width.