[ryanjshaw]

Not sure why population matters.

> Maersk said vessels routed around the Cape will as far as possible try to fuel at origin or destination.

> “In case there is a need for bunkering en route, it would be decided on a case by case basis with Walvis Bay (Namibia) or Port Louis (Mauritius) being the top options,” a spokesperson said.

I grew up in Walvis Bay and back then I could cycle from one end to the other in well under 30min. Last census says 62k pop.

[alephnerd]

Oh whoa! I've always wanted to visit Namibia! How similar is it to South Africa?

[ryanjshaw]

If you enjoy travelling long distances surrounded by unspoiled flora and fauna, and settling in for the night at small unpretentious places run by welcoming and passionate people you will love it.

[alephnerd]

Ngl that sounds amazing. I'm assuming the law and order situation is a night and day difference compared to across the border in ZA?