The Independence Memorial Museum sits on a prominent Windhoek hilltop location and was officially inaugurated by President Hifikepunye Pohamba on the 21st March 2014. This was also the 24th anniversary of Independence. It 'tells, records and preserves Namibia's history' and stands as the centre where 'anti-colonial resistance and the national liberation struggle are told'. The President also unveiled the Genocide Memorial and the Sam Nujoma Statues, both standing to the front of the museum.

The actual building is an unusual design and was built by the North Koreans. Either take an external glass-fronted elevator (which offer great views of the town on the way up) or use a different entrance to climb (many) flights of stairs. This museum gives great insights in the history of the country with graphic paintings dramatically conveying the tragedy of war, display cabinets and memorabilia.