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Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute

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Integrity Assessment
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57/100 · methodology

About Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute

As one of the oldest desert research centres in the world, Gobabeb is a catalyst for gathering, understanding and sharing knowledge about arid environments, especially the hyper-arid Namib Desert. We are furthermore committed to skills development of emerging environmental specialists and decision-makers, with a specific focus on tertiary level and post-graduate training. More than 250 scientists from across the world visit Gobabeb annually to execute research and test new innovations. For 60 years, research findings from the Namib, across a range of disciplines, have been shared in peer-reviewed journals, books and theses. Gobabeb has been central to global understanding and appreciation for desert biodiversity and ecology. Ongoing studies on atmospheric sciences and meteorology, through an array of cutting edge instrumentation, …

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Walvis Bay, Erongo

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌿 Environment

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar environment in Namibia
Integrity Assessment This charity: 57
Peer average: 54

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Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute is a registered environment nonprofit based in Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia. It is registered with the official charity registry of Namibia. It was founded in 1962 and has been operating for 64 years. Its registration number is NA-CIVIC264-gobabeb-namib-research-institute. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is above the average of 54/100 for environment charities in Namibia.

Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 57 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in Namibia is 54/100.

Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute is located in Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia. The organization was established in 1962 and has been active for 64 years.

Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute is classified as a Environment organization, registered in Namibia.

Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

As one of the oldest desert research centres in the world, Gobabeb is a catalyst for gathering, understanding and sharing knowledge about arid environments, especially the hyper-arid Namib Desert. We are furthermore committed to skills development of emerging environmental specialists and decision-makers, with a specific focus on tertiary level and post-graduate training. More than 250 scientists from across the world visit Gobabeb annually to execute research and test new innovations. For 60 years, research findings from the Namib, across a range of disciplines, have been shared in peer-reviewed journals, books and theses. Gobabeb has been central to global understanding and appreciation for desert biodiversity and ecology. Ongoing studies on atmospheric... Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute is classified as a environment organization registered in Namibia. The organization was founded in 1962.

Among environment charities registered in Namibia: Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100 is above the peer average of 54/100.

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Leadership

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Gillian Maggs-Kolling

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Latest news

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Activity timeline

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Two British nationals die in light aircraft in Namib Desert - The Namibian -
Mar 2026
www.namibian.com.na
HEAVY RAINFALL - The Namibian -
Feb 2026
www.namibian.com.na
Pioneer baboon researcher Nad Brain flies west - The Namibian -
Dec 2025
www.namibian.com.na
Researchers went into the oldest desert on Earth and discovered something "really unique" about the way beetles run - BB
Jul 2025
www.discoverwildlife.com
Uncovering the Genomic Landscape of Tiganophyton karasense: A New Window into Brassicales Evolution - Florida Museum of
Apr 2025
www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu
Uranium explorer helps Gobabeb researchers stay in touch via satellite - Namibia Economist
Feb 2024
economist.com.na
Enhanced internet connectivity significantly impacts research at Gobabeb Namib Research Institute - Namibia Economist
Jul 2022
economist.com.na
Telecom Namibia connects Gobabeb desert research facility to Speedlink - Telecompaper
Jul 2022
www.telecompaper.com
Gobabeb Namib Research Institute (IMAGE) - EurekAlert!
Apr 2022
www.eurekalert.org
Satellites can spot eco damage from fog loss - futurity.org
Jun 2020
www.futurity.org

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Last updated
Apr 20, 2026
Profile completeness
45%

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Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute

What is Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute?
Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute is a environment nonprofit organization based in Walvis Bay, Namibia. As one of the oldest desert research centres in the world, Gobabeb is a catalyst for gathering, understanding and sharing knowledge about arid environments, especially the hyper-arid Namib Desert. We are furthermore committed to skills development of emerging environmental specialists and decision-makers, with a specific focus on tertiary level and post-graduate training. More than 250 scientists from across the world visit Gobabeb annually to execute research and test new innovations. For 60 years, research findings from the Namib, across a range of disciplines, have been shared in peer-reviewed journals, books and theses. Gobabeb has been central to global understanding and appreciation for desert biodiversity and ecology. Ongoing studies on atmospheric sciences and meteorology, through an array of cutting edge instrumentation, contribute essential data on Earth dynamics for the development of new tools to understand, monitor and cope with climate change. Gobabeb is a recognised partner in building capacity in science, technology and innovation within SADC and Namibia. Our research aims to: 1) Improve knowledge and understanding of the hyper-arid Namib environment 2) Develop and test evidence-based solutions to cope with challenges in dryland environments 3) Improve skills and abilities in science, innovation and sustainable environmental management 4) Facilitate information exchange at all levels 5) Integrate scientific knowledge with public policy and national development
When was Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute founded?
Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute was founded in 1962.
Who leads Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute?
Gillian Maggs-Kolling.
Where is Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute located?
Headquartered in Walvis Bay, Namibia.
Is Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute trustworthy?
Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute's registration number?
Registration: NA-CIVIC264-gobabeb-namib-research-institute (Namibia).
What is Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute's website?
http://www.gobabeb.org/
Are donations to Gobabeb - Namib Research Institute tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Namibia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.