We grow trees, vegetables, and raise animals.
Namibia
Hello Wwoofers!!!
Iiyimati Homestead is a family-run initiative committed to self-sustainability and environmental consciousness. In partnership with Living Earth Namibia, we strive to inspire our community to embrace eco-friendly practices while producing nutritious food for both humans and animals.
We are based in northern Namibia, in the Oshana Region—less than 7 km from Oshakati along the D3642 gravel road. Our homestead is a vibrant family space, home to two friendly dogs and a cat. We warmly welcome visitors, community members, volunteers, and businesses interested in learning and sharing.
Our 4-hectare homestead supports a variety of livestock including chickens, ducks, goats, quails, and pigs. We grow most of the animals’ feed ourselves using traditional methods. At Iiyimati, you will experience the richness of Oshiwambo cultural traditions and meaningful cultural exchange.
Our farming approach blends traditional practices with modern, sustainable techniques, with a strong commitment to environmentally friendly methods. We practice agroforestry and uphold a zero-waste philosophy in everything we do.
Facilities & Accessibility:
• A sleeping room & bed, shared showering facilities, and toilet
• Clean drinking water
• Electricity and internet access
• Cellphone network coverage
• Public transport available from 06:45 to 19:00
Diet:
• Mainly omnivorous meals
• Vegetarian options available (please note that meat plays a significant role in Namibian culture)
Meals:
• Breakfast
• Heavy lunch as the main daily meal
• Light Dinner
We enjoy:
- exercising: cycling, jogging, and walking;
- visiting the local markets
- taking part in communal activities
- cooking
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Grain farming
Poultry farming
Pig farming
Sheep or goat farming
Forestry
Seed saving or production
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Traditional crafts
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Permaculture
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
4
Hectares
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9.9
Acres
Scholastika Namutenya
Member since 2025
Languages spoken:
English
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Response rate: 100%
Response time: typically within 4 days
Namibia
Oshakati
Reviews
Maude
France
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January 2026
Mon expérience à l'Iiyimati Homestead a été plus que fantastique. Schola est une agricultrice inspirante. J'ai pu nourrir les animaux, travailler dans le champs de millet, la voir cuisiner traditionnellement, arroser les plantations et surtout échanger avec elle sur ses techniques et ses choix. Toute sa famille a été extrêmement accueillante. Je ne peux que recommander à chacun d'aller là bas.
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Reply from Scholastika Namutenya
You are an incredible lady, efficient and hardworking. You made hosting you awesome and incredibly effortless. Thank you so so very much for your time with us!!!
