The Himba People of Namibia

 

The Himba People of Namibia: A Glimpse into a Rich Culture


In the furthest areas of Northern Namibia, the Himba stand out with a rich traditional culture and stunning appearance. Himba girls, usually having the most complex hairstyle, most often have their hair covered with red ochre, butter, and animal fat, thus keeping the tradition alive.


It is the central stage of their community because most of their life is semi-nomadic, whereby they depend highly on herding cattle and goats, with women taking the center stage. The Karamojong are mostly referred to as artisans. Yet, without drought and creeping influences of modernity among the major challenges, the Himba still tenaciously hang onto their heritage, thus making them a curious entity within the cultural quilt of Namibia.

           References

            https://www.arebbusch.com/travel-blog/the-himba-of-namibia/

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