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Structured without narration, Namibians and those involved in the liberation struggle give their input on the fight against Apartheid in what was then South West Africa. Focus is given to the international political elements such as the Cold War,…

"Nora Chase of the Namibian Council of Churches describes how occupying countries have enriched themselves off her country's vast mineral resources, while the indigenous people have been condemned to poverty." Interviewed include Anton Lubowski…

"Documents the decolonization process in Namibia, including the part played by the United Nations in the country's journey to independence and democracy." With apartheid footage, liberation war footage, and extensive recordings from the independence…

Graphics: Göran Lettstrand On-Line Editing: Anders Rislöw Sound Mix: Martin Dahl Music: Stig-Erik Karlsson A program by: Lasse Berg & Anders Ribbsjö Film discussing post-independence Namibia from the perspective of the Ovahimba.

Narration: Vaino Mutota. Script: Shoombe Shanyengana. Extra Camera: Jonas Lutombi. Editing: Shoombe Shanyengana. Music: Jackson Kaujeua

Colonialism, A Case STudy.pdf
"This film traces the tragic history of the Namibian people from the harsh German colonial Era to the recent attempts to achieve independence from South Africa." The 20 minute film was designed for use in high schools. Accompanying the film are a…

This short film chronicles the struggles for independence, focusing particularly on the role of the Lutheran churches in Namibia, and in the international community. Missionary work, teachers, and aid workers are profiled.

Namibia - A New Nation's Challenge.mp4
"After 105 years of foreign rule, Namibia, Africa's last colony, gained its independence, and this program covers Sam Nujoma's address at Lincoln University outlining his country's future. The impeccable rendition of the Namibian National Anthem, and…

This film describes the status of disabled persons in post-independence Namibia. Also illustrated is government and charity aid for specific projects and programs. Narration: Hafeni Mundilo Drummer: Chris West Camera: George Shikongo…

This Film Describes the situation of the Black pastoral farmers of Namibia, including their feelings toward land tenure and use and the difficult social conditions under which they live. Camera: Richard Pakleppa & George Shikongo Sound: Ignatius…

A show of the Namibian People's Liberation Army returning from exile to Namibia. High officials in the Force are interviewed and weapons are named as they pass in the procession. Camera: George Shikongo Sound: Penda Namuhuya & Angula Amulungu…

This documentary explores the struggles of the Namibian people to win their independence from South Africa, which illegally occupied their country since the 1971 revocation of the UN mandate, and documents the human rights violations committed by the…

"Out of the experience of a bitter war with South Africa, the film's voices tell of war crimes committed by Namibia's liberation movement. Since being elected to government, the former liberation movement has urged that the past should be forgotten…

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The Following is extracted from a webpage at the University of Kent at Canterbury. It provides background on the film clip. "The smelting movie was chosen for this project for a number of reasons. Essentially it is a good example of an ethnographic…

Date: 14 August 2012. Location: Windhoek. Time: ~ 1 Hour. Interview conducted by Bernard Moore & Matthew Ecker. Topics: Early history of Namibia, Birth of OPO & SWAPO, Apartheid in Namibia, Petitions to United Nations & Abroad, Armed Struggle & Exile…

Date: 25 July 2012 Location: Windhoek Time: ~ 20 Minutes Interview conducted by Bernard Moore & Matthew Ecker Topics: -Political Cartooning for The Namibian -Time in the army -Thoughts on South African Border War -Poster design and distribution…

Date: 18 August 2012 Location: Windhoek Time: ~ 55 Minutes Interview conducted by Bernard Moore & Matthew Ecker Topics: -Early thoughts on colonialism, racism, class -OPO as response to labor issues, not nationalism -America as symbol of un-oppressed…

Date: 2 February 2013 Location: Washington Time: ~ 45 Minutes Interview conducted by Bernard Moore & Matthew Ecker Topics: -Nyango Camp & everyday life -Her Family's Decision to go into Exile -Education of Namibians in Zambia -Transfer from camp to…

Date: 2 February 2013 Location: Washington Time: ~ 45 Minutes Interview conducted by Bernard Moore & Matthew Ecker Topics: -US interests in Namibia situation -Reagan Admin. perceptions of SWAPO -Thoughts on NP & Resolution 435 -Namibia as buffer…
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