The Himba (singular: OmuHimba, plural: OvaHimba) are an ethnic group with an estimated population of about 50,000 people [1] living in northern Namibia, in the Kunene Region (formerly Kaokoland) and on the other side of the Kunene River in southern Angola. [1] .

2022年5月11日 · Deep in the heart of Kaokaland in the Namibian desert live the Himba people – a group of semi-nomadic pastoralists who have lived there for hundreds of years. But climate change, combined with a lack of government support and ongoing marginalisation, is forcing this iconic tribe to choose which parts of modernity to claim, and which to reject.

2022年11月20日 · The Himba tribe is found in northern Namibia in the Kunene region and also on another side of the Kunene River in southern Angola. The people also known as OvaHimba, are semi-nomadic pastoralist people. Their language is called OtjiHimba which is a variety of Herero. The OvaHimba are regarded as the last nomadic people of Namibia.

In the vast landscapes of Namibia, nestled against the rugged terrains of the Kunene region, resides a unique and resilient community - the Himba people. Their distinct way of life, characterized by vibrant traditions and a deep connection to the land, has captivated the curiosity of anthropologists, travelers, and cultural enthusiasts alike.

2020年9月14日 · Removed from Namibia’s capital city, you’ll find a way of life that seems so different from modern society. The Himba people are native to Namibia, with an estimated population of around 50,000. Living on the northern side of the country, bordering Angola, they are the last nomadic people in the region. Although not all villages are nomadic.

The Himba, or Ovahimba, are indigenous peoples with an estimated population of about 50.000 people living in northern Namibia, in the Kunene Region (formerly Kaokoland) and on the other side of the Kunene River in Angola.

They are the OvaHimba, a semi-nomadic, pastoral tribe of northern Namibia. Despite their resilience, the “Himba” seem unable to slow their surrender to the modernization of the country. And now...

2012年5月11日 · For years, an ancient tribe of semi-nomadic herders known as the Himba has drawn photographers to Namibia’s barren northwest. As a result, the striking image of the Himba – if not their name – has...

2024年2月13日 · By studying how the Himba people respond to environmental and societal changes, this study showcases the resilience of indigenous communities and provides valuable insights into the intricate relationship between Himba culture, land use, and sustainability.

2017年7月18日 · NAMIBIA has a stark beauty in its land, which stretches from the Skeleton Coast to the arid landscapes of Kokoland and towering dunes of the ancient Susuvlei desert. The country is also home to diverse religions, languages, and cultures, which have found a way to thrive in this unique environment.