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Namibia: The price of the genocide

Over a century ago, German colonial troops carried out a genocide against Namibia's ethnic Herero and Nama people. Germany has now pledged financial compensation towards Namibia over a 30-year period. But not everyone agrees that this can remedy past wrongdoings. Edith Kimani is on the ground to talk to young Namibians about how they deal with the past trauma and the compensation agreement.

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The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth

77 percent of Africans are younger than 35. But they are also the least represented demographic. It's time their voices are heard as they shape the future of Africa. We bring you hard-hitting reports, personal stories and lively discussion direct from the continent about the issues that matter most.

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