The Okavango River, southern Africa’s second largest river, forms the international boundary between Namibia and Angola for some 400km. It is a lifeline to the people living along its banks. Crops are planted on the fertile alluvial flood plains when the water level recedes, and it’s a rich source of protein (the river is home to more than 70 fish species). It also serves as a highway for water travel. Downstream of Mohembo, the river forms a panhandle and then fans out into a myriad of channels to form the world famous Okavango Delta. Photo: Willie Olivier
