The Herero and Nama Tribe

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Germany Accepts Committed Genocide In Namibia During Colonial Rule

Germany on May 28 officially acknowledged the genocide in Namibia during the colonial-era of African country. Seeking forgiveness from the victim Namibians and their descendants, Germany’s minister Heiko Maas announced to provide development programme worth €1.1 bn. To be paid over 30 years, the programme includes infrastructure, healthcare and training programmes for impacted community. Reportedly, German colonisers killed thousands of Herero and Nama people in Namibia in 20th century. 

Fri, 28 May 2021 - 09:00 PM / by Aditi Chavan

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