VOICED : Namibia's forgotten Herero people waiting for genocide apology

The transcript discusses the history and struggles of the Herero tribe in Namibia, who faced genocide by German colonizers in 1904. It highlights the ongoing negotiations for reparations and an official apology from Germany. However, many Herero people and other affected tribes view these talks as flawed and distrust the Namibian government to represent their interests. The transcript also touches on the discrimination faced by minority groups and the insensitivity of the government towards their historical suffering.

What major event in 1904 significantly impacted the Herero tribe?

• A civil war

• A genocide organized by German colonizers

• A famine

• A natural disaster

What is the main reason for the skepticism of the Herero and Nama people towards the ongoing negotiations?

• They are unaware of the negotiations

• They think the reparations offered are insufficient

• They feel the negotiations are flawed and not inclusive

• They believe the negotiations are too slow

What type of negotiation process do the Herero and Nama tribes desire?

• A three-way negotiation involving international mediators

• A bilateral negotiation between Germany and Namibia

• A negotiation led by the Namibian government alone

• A negotiation similar to those after the Holocaust

Why do the Herero and Nama tribes distrust the Namibian government?

• They are not represented in the government

• They think the government is too lenient with foreign policies

• They feel the government is insensitive to their historical suffering

• They believe the government is too focused on economic growth

What historical event do the Herero and Nama tribes compare their situation to?

• The French Revolution

• The Holocaust

• The Russian Revolution

• The American Civil War