Nuhmibeeuhn

Spurred on by Germany's apology for its colonial-era atrocities, a filmmaker returns to his country of origin to document the enduring impact of the first genocide of
the 20th century and the ongoing struggle for
meaningful recognition.

NUHMIBEEUHN – Official Trailer | A Film by Kavena Hambira

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For descendants, the Namibian case will never be known worldwide unless someone speaks up about it."

– Student, Colby College
Germany’s Genocides in Africa and Europe (JS297)

Screenings, Exhibitions & Symposiums

Nuhmibeeuhn has been honored to be featured in over 20 events across the United States., including screenings, exhibitions, and symposiums. We are deeply grateful to
our educational partners for providing platforms to share this work. Through
these events, we have engaged with approximately 1,100 viewers,
fostering meaningful discussions and deeper connections.

I valued this project’s emphasis on returning, both home and to the self, and what that implies for the future."

- Student, Williams College
Europe and the Black Diaspora (AFR 236)

Educational Partners

Press and Media

Germany Apologized for a Genocide. It’s Nowhere Near Enough

Washington University in St. Louis, Center for the Humanities

University of Michigan, African Studies Center

Symposium, Black Studies Collaboratory

Memory for the Future,

Maine Film Center

Williams College

Lehrhaus