Namibia's rural people tap into the tourist trade

The video follows Rosa, a gemstone miner in Namibia, who has been mining for 22 years. She faces challenges in finding gemstones due to changes in the landscape and historical impacts of apartheid. Despite the hard work, she earns directly from her finds. Community projects like those near Spitz Copper Mountain help locals, but Rosa lacks such support. Organizations like Copter aim to make these projects self-sustainable. Rosa continues to sell her gemstones by the roadside, hoping for better sales.

How long has Rosa been mining precious stones in Namibia?

• 30 years

• 22 years

• 15 years

• 10 years

What significant change occurred in Namibia in 1990?

• Establishment of a new government

• Introduction of new mining technology

• Independence from South Africa

• Discovery of new stone deposits

What is the primary goal of the community near Spitz Copper Mountain?

• To support local education and basic needs

• To attract more tourists

• To build new infrastructure

• To expand mining operations

What organization supports community projects like the Dunseith campsite?

• The United Nations

• The Copter

• The Namibian Government

• The African Union

What challenge does Rosa face in selling her stones?

• No support from organizations

• Lack of market demand

• High competition from other miners

• Poor quality of stones