Our Shellholes
Across Namibia, M.O.T.H. Shellholes provide places where comradeship, remembrance, fellowship and military history can continue to live.
The Heart of M.O.T.H. Namibia
A Shellhole is more than a meeting place. It is where comrades gather, where memories are shared, where veterans can find fellowship, and where the traditions of the Order are carried forward.
Active Shellholes
Shellholes currently forming part of the active M.O.T.H. network.
Blacksheep Windy ’Ole
Windhoek
The Windhoek Shellhole of M.O.T.H. Namibia. Historical material records Blacksheep Windy ’Ole in Windhoek as far back as 1972.
Oryx Shellhole
Namibia
A M.O.T.H. Shellhole carrying the name of one of Namibia’s most recognisable symbols. Oryx forms part of the wider Shellhole network of Namibia Command.
Escarpment Shellhole
Namibia
Part of the M.O.T.H. Shellhole family serving comrades and preserving the traditions of remembrance, fellowship and mutual support.
Dormant Shellholes
These Shellholes are not currently active, but their history remains part of the M.O.T.H. story in Namibia.
North Star Shellhole
Namibia
North Star is currently dormant and therefore does not presently operate as an active Shellhole.
View North Star History →
Desert Shellhole
Oranjemund
Desert Shellhole in Oranjemund is currently dormant and is not presently operating as an active Shellhole.
View Desert History →
What a Shellhole Represents
The Shellhole remains one of the most important expressions of the M.O.T.H. tradition.
True Comradeship
A place where veterans and comrades can meet without distinction and maintain the lifelong bonds formed through service.
Mutual Help
A network through which comrades can look after one another and support the wider veteran community.
Sound Memory
A place where stories, names, sacrifices and traditions are remembered and passed to future generations.
Find Your Shellhole
Whether you are a serving member, veteran, family member or someone interested in the history of M.O.T.H. Namibia, the Shellhole network is where the Order’s traditions come together.