Weathering in the central Namib Desert, Namibia: Controls, processes and implications

► We review the state of the art of knowledge about weathering processes in the central Namib Desert. ► Weathering processes often act in complex associations to produce small-scale weathering features. ► Weathering hotspots are key loci of dust production. ► Weathering has had long term impacts on landscape development in this hyper-arid desert.