Ovaherero Nama chiefs’ assembly rejects planned genocide roadshows – Windhoek Observer 18-12-2024

Ovaherero Nama chiefs' assembly reject planned genocide roadshows report Windhoek Observer

“Ovaherero Nama chiefs’ assembly rejects planned genocide roadshows

[18 December 2024; ed.]

Hertta-Maria Amutenja

The Chiefs’ Assembly of Okandjoze has rejected the Namibian government’s planned roadshows to provide feedback on the Joint Declaration (JD) negotiated with Germany regarding the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero, Ovambanderu, and Nama communities.

The roadshows, set to begin today, 18 December, aim to inform affected communities about the bilateral agreement, which has sparked widespread criticism and rejection.

In a media statement issued on Tuesday, the Assembly accused the government of sidelining affected communities and attempting to secure acceptance for the controversial agreement.

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The assembly reiterated its rejection of the JD as a substitute for Germany’s formal acknowledgement of genocide and credible atonement.

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The Assembly called for a national conference to achieve consensus among all descendants of survivors.

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