Namibia - Organizations

There are two chambers of commerce in Windhoek. Professional and trade associations exist for teachers, miners, journalists, architects, jewelers, and members of the tourist industry. The National Scientific Society promotes research and education in the fields of national history, ethnology, archaeology, zoology, botany, and geology. National youth organizations include the Namibian National Students Organization, the National Youth Council of Namibia, the SWAPO Youth League of Namibia, and Boy Scouts of Namibia. Women's organizations include the Sister Namibia Collective and the Namibia National Women's Organisation. The YWCA has chapters in Nambia. The Red Cross is also active in the country.