VOICED : Namibias children schooled behind the Iron Curtain

The video explores the journey of Namibian children sent to East Germany in the 1980s due to political unrest. It highlights their experiences in camps, the education they received, and their eventual return to Namibia after the fall of the Berlin Wall. The narrative delves into the challenges of adapting to new lives and the dual identity they faced. Despite the hardships, many have built successful careers in Namibia and Europe, reflecting on the privileges and struggles of their unique upbringing.

What was the primary reason for Namibian children being sent to East Germany in the 1980s?

• To escape the war in Namibia

• To learn a new language

• To reunite with family members

• To experience a different culture

How did Monica describe her education experience in Germany?

• As a challenging ordeal

• As a privilege that embraced important values

• As a waste of time

• As a way to escape reality

What event led to the repatriation of the Namibian children to their homeland?

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• A change in German government policy

• The end of the Namibian war

• A request from the Namibian government

What challenges did the children face upon returning to Namibia?

• Cultural adaptation and identity issues

• Health problems

• Language barriers

• Lack of educational opportunities

What professions did the children of the GDR grow into as adults?

• Farmers and traders

• Engineers, lawyers, and actors

• Politicians and diplomats

• Teachers and doctors