The reparations in German Colonial Namibia Podcast Series - Episode 1

The reparations in German Colonial Namibia Podcast Series - Episode 1

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The reparations in German Colonial Namibia Podcast Series - Episode 1

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In Episode 1, CDH Namibia Managing Partner, Patrick Kauta, lead counsel in the matter, is joined by Senior Associate, Esther Shigwedha, to set the historical and legal context of the case. The discussion unpacks

• Namibia’s early colonial history and Germany’s influence from the 1880s.
• The 1904–1908 genocides, including the extermination orders issued against the OvaHerero people.
• The social and economic consequences of land dispossession, mass killings, and forced labour.
• The 2006 Parliamentary Motion calling for acknowledgement, reparations, and direct participation of affected communities—cornerstones of the present litigation.
• The communities’ legal challenge, which seeks to set aside the Joint Declaration between Germany and Namibia and to compel Germany to acknowledge the atrocities as genocide, consistent with the 2006 Motion.

This introductory episode provides a foundational understanding of the issues before the court and outlines why the case represents a critical step in the pursuit of restorative justice.

Listen to Episode 1 now and follow the series for deeper insights into one of the most significant reparations cases in Africa.

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