Kingdoms

Ovambo kingdoms, Nama and Oorlam polities, and the trade routes that crossed them before the colony. The free photographic record of precolonial authority is very thin.

Part of Namibia

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  1. - Lake Ngami-p174a. Pipe (Ovambo); illustration from p.174 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  2. - Lake Ngami-p174b. Dagger and Sheath (Ovambo); illustration from p.174 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  3. - Lake Ngami-p174c. Hatchet (Ovambo); illustration from p.174 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  4. - Lake Ngami-p191. Interview with King Nangoro; illustration from p.191 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  5. - Lake Ngami-p193a. Beer-cup and beer-spoon (Ovambo); illustration from p.193 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  6. - Lake Ngami-p193b. Guitar-like instrument (Ovambo); illustration from p.193 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  7. - Lake Ngami-p195. Ovambo people; illustration from p.195 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  8. - Lake Ngami-p197. Meat-dish (Ovambo); illustration from p.197 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  9. - Lake Ngami-p200. Dwelling-house and Corn-stores; illustration from p.200 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  10. - Lake Ngami-p201. View in Ondonga; illustration from p.201 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  11. - Lake Ngami-p203. Blacksmiths at work (Ovambo); illustration from p.203 of the 1861 book Lake Ngami.
  12. - Witbooi-Journal-1-118. Letter Journal No. 1 of Hendrik Witbooi, pages 118-119.
  13. - Witbooi-Journal-2-051. Letter Journal No. 2 of Hendrik Witbooi.
  14. - Leutwein-Maharero. Omaruru, 1895. From left: Theodor Leutwein, Johannes Maharero or Michael Tjisiseta, Ludwig Kleinschmidt (interpret of German and Nama origin), Manasse Tjisiseta and Samuel Maharero. Far right: boy with hat.
  15. - Theodor Leutwein & Samuel Maharero (1895). V.l.n.r.:Der spätere Gouverneur von Deutsch-Südwestafrika Theodor Leutwein (ganz links), Herero-Führer aus Otjimbingwe: Zacharias Zeraua (2.v.l.), Dolmetscher Kleinschmidt (Mitte) [ 1 ], Herero-Führer aus Omaruru: Manasse Tyiseseta (4.v.l.) und der oberste Herero-Führer Samuel Maharero (rechts) im Jahr 1895.
  16. - Theodor Leutwein & Samuel Maharero (1895). V.l.n.r.: Theodor Leutwein (ganz links), Herero-Führer aus Otjimbingwe: Zacharias Zeraua (2.v.l.), Dolmetscher Kleinschmidt (Mitte), Herero-Führer aus Omaruru: Manasse Tyiseseta (4.v.l.) und der oberste Herero-Führer Samuel Maharero (rechts) im Jahr 1895.
  17. - Bundesarchiv Bild 146-2006-0137, Deutsch-Südwestafrika, Witbooi bei dt. Verwaltungsbeamten. Grossmann Samuel Isaak, Kapitain Hendrik Witboi, Gouverneur L [Leutwein], Major v. Heydebeck, Bez.Amtm Daft, e Adjutant.
  18. - Bundesarchiv Bild 146-1988-057-09, Deutsch-Südwestafrika, Hendrik Witbooi. Deutsch-Südwest-Afrika 60. Gibeon. Hendrik Witbooi mit seinen Grossleuten Keister, Christian Isaac und Marcus.
  19. - Maharero palace. This was apparently the palace of Samuel Maharero in 1904.
  20. - Namibia-Money01. Namibia, Money Nick Roux 2006.
  21. - Wahlkreis Ondangwa in Oshana. Map of the Ondangwa constituency within the Oshana region, Namibia.
  22. - Distribution of Oshiwambo in Namibia
  23. - Plateau de palme Ovambo. 1Plateau de palme Ovambo exposé à la Maison de la Vannerie (Fayl-Billot, Haute-Marne).
  24. - Ondangwa1. Hauptstrasse von Ondangwa mit Blick Richtung Oshakati.
  25. - Mopane-Raupen gekocht. Cooked Mopane worms ( Gonimbrasia belina ), served with onions, traditional meal of the Owambo people, here made for tourists in Namibia.
  26. - D149- réservoirs a blé chez les ovambo. - L1-Ch3. Réservoirs a blé chez les ovambo (afrique sud-occidentale).
  27. - Settlements Along the B1. South of Ondangwa, Sunrise.
  28. - Witbooi army base-NBC. A record of Witbooi army base.
  29. - NAMPA OKH Rukoro officially coronated as OvaHerero Paramount Chief 03 May 2015. An account of OKH Rukoro officially coronated as OvaHerero Paramount Chief.
  30. - Mandume, História de Angola por Abel Pascoal Luís. Visita ao memorial do Mandume ya Ndemofayo, Cunene - Angola, uma investigação internacional com a equipa 2015.
  31. - Mandume, História de Angola por Abel Pascoal Luís. Visita ao memorial do Mandume ya Ndemofayo, Cunene - Angola, uma investigação internacional com a equipa 2015.
  32. - King Mandume. (Luther Mateus) Nova produtora de imagem vídeo.
  33. - King Mandume. (Luther Mateus) Nova produtora de imagem vídeo.
  34. - Ovambo people in Namibia and Angola. An approximate geographical distribution of Ovambo people (also known as Ambo) This is a derivative work on the following image from wikimedia: File:Namibia in Africa (relief).svg.
  35. - Préparation du pap-Namibie (1). Préparation du pap en Namibie.
  36. - Ekola. A sketch of an Ekola, a traditional friction idiophone instrument of the ovashengi Third Gender of the Ovambo People of Namibia, drawn from an instrument in the collection of the National Museum in Helsinki, Finland.
  37. - Ovambo traditional dress. These dress is wore when we dance traditional dance.
  38. - King Nehale/Gondwana Collection Goes North. A record of King Nehale/Gondwana Collection Goes North.
  39. - Chief of the Maharero Traditional Authority urges young people to preserve culture -NBC. Chief of the Maharero Traditional Authority urges young people to preserve culture.
  40. - Hendrik Witbooi. Filming in Stuttgart Germany at the Lindenmuseum.
  41. - Hendrik Witbooi. Filming in Stuttgart Germany at the Lindenmuseum.
  42. - National Archives to receive late Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi's whip and Bible - NBC. National Archives to receive late Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi's whip and Bible.
  43. - Gibeon_The Official Return of Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi's Bible and Whip from Germany. Gibeon is a small town which is 337 km from Windhoek. The event was attended by H.E Dr. Hage Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia, H.E Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, Vice-President of the Republic of Namibia.
  44. - GERMAN IMPERIALISM IN WHAT IS TODAY NAMIBIA. When did Hendrik Witbooi live? Hendrik Witbooi was born around 1830 in Pella, a district which today is part of the Northern Cape of South Africa and borders Namibia. Witbooi came from a long line of chiefs of the Witbooi Nama, a previously nomadic community belonging to the Khoikhoi people of southwestern Africa.
  45. - GERMAN IMPERIALISM IN WHAT IS TODAY NAMIBIA. When did Hendrik Witbooi live? Hendrik Witbooi was born around 1830 in Pella, a district which today is part of the Northern Cape of South Africa and borders Namibia. Witbooi came from a long line of chiefs of the Witbooi Nama, a previously nomadic community belonging to the Khoikhoi people of southwestern Africa.
  46. - Kaptein Hendrik Ismael Witbooi inaugurated as the ninth successive leader of the /Khowese clan. A record of Kaptein Hendrik Ismael Witbooi inaugurated as the ninth successive leader of the /Khowese clan.
  47. - Hendrik Witbooi, Nama Chief, Namibia 1893. The British the imposed Africans from a different territory to police the Ndebele, a tactic that has led to current day Civil War. The Ndeble fought tenaciously but the Brits were able to mow them down.
  48. - Mfahamu Hendrik Witbooi shujaa wa nchi ya Nambia. A record of Mfahamu Hendrik Witbooi shujaa wa nchi ya Nambia.
  49. - Mfahamu Hendrik Witbooi shujaa wa nchi ya Nambia. A record of Mfahamu Hendrik Witbooi shujaa wa nchi ya Nambia.
  50. - King Nehale Conservancy with Ondjou & Van Heerden Safaris. Safari and hunting experience at the Etosha National Park.
  51. - Black Heroes Hendrik Witbooi. An account of Black Heroes Hendrik Witbooi.
  52. - Black Heroes Hendrik Witbooi. An account of Black Heroes Hendrik Witbooi.
  53. - NHW2020 Hendrik Witbooi Exhibition, National Archives of Namibia. Ms Beauty Matongo, Head of the National Archives introduces a lecture by Mr Werner Hillebrecht about Hendrik Witbooi. Learn more about the man whose face is on our Namibian dollars.
  54. - Hendrik Witbooi The Film. A film about Hendrik Witbooi, one of the most important local leaders in Southern Africa at the end of the 19th century, a visionary and a symbol for the unification of the African Nations against colonial suppression. The film is now compleated.
  55. - WDR 03.11.1905 - Todestag des Nama-Anführers Hendrik Witbooi. Von Martina Meißner Die Familienbibel und eine Peitsche des Nama-Anführers Hendrik Witbooi reisten vergangenes Jahr von Stuttgart nach Gibeon, einem kleinen Ort sin der Nähe von Windhoek in Namibia.
  56. - South African rapper Hemelbesem traces the legacy of freedom fighter Hendrik Witbooi. Hemelbesem - aka Simon Witbooi - is a rapper, presenter, activist and the descendent of a Namibian independence fighter Hendrik Witbooi.
  57. - King Mandume yaNdemufayo Autobiography (audio) as told by Meekulu Ohamba Mwadinhomho yaNelumbu. Coverage of King Mandume yaNdemufayo Autobiography (audio) as told by Meekulu Ohamba Mwadinhomho yaNelumbu.
  58. - King Mandume yaNdemufayo Autobiography (audio) as told by Meekulu Ohamba Mwadinhomho yaNelumbu. Coverage of King Mandume yaNdemufayo Autobiography (audio) as told by Meekulu Ohamba Mwadinhomho yaNelumbu.
  59. - SAMUEL MAHARERO - A GREAT FREEDOM FIGHTER OF THE HERERO PEOPLE. Today, we're taking a look at Samuel Maharero - a revolutionary who rose up against the injustices and crimes of the German colonialists.
  60. - A escola te escondeu isso sobre o REI MANDUME Ya Ndemufaio. Seja bem vindos ao segundo vídeo do meu canal.
  61. - A escola te escondeu isso sobre o REI MANDUME Ya Ndemufaio. Seja bem vindos ao segundo vídeo do meu canal.
  62. - Assinatura de Mandume ya Ndemufayo. Mandume ya Ndemufayo Signature.
  63. - Mandume ya Ndemufayo. Portrait from a postage stamp evocative of the centenary of his death (Namibia, 2017).
  64. - Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi's death site to receive national heritage status
  65. - Uukwambi Traditional Authority chief urges Namibians to get vaccinated- NBC. Uukwambi Traditional Authority chief urges Namibians to get vaccinated.
  66. - Samuel Maharero remembered on Heroes' Day- NBC. Samuel Maharero remembered on Heroes' Day.
  67. - Colonial and archival partitions: postmortem photographs of the Kwanyama king Mandume, 1917. A segunda sessão do seminário "Acervos e coleções fotográficas na pesquisa histórica" de 2022 foi em inglês e contou com a comunicação da professora Patrícia Hayes e os debatedores Paulo Knauss e Milton Guran.
  68. - Colonial and archival partitions: postmortem photographs of the Kwanyama king Mandume, 1917. A segunda sessão do seminário "Acervos e coleções fotográficas na pesquisa histórica" de 2022 foi em inglês e contou com a comunicação da professora Patrícia Hayes e os debatedores Paulo Knauss e Milton Guran.
  69. - Oshiwambo wedding rights initiations. In Oshiwambo culture, wedding rites initiations are deeply rooted in tradition and carry significant cultural importance. These rites symbolize the transition from individuality to partnership within the community. During these initiations, elaborate ceremonies and rituals are performed, reflecting the values of unity, family, and community. The bride and groom, adorned in traditional attire, participate in symbolic acts that affirm their commitment and readiness for marriage. Family members and elders play pivotal roles, imparting wisdom and blessings, ensuring the continuity of cultural heritage. Through these rites, Oshiwambo wedding traditions celebrate love, respect, and the bonds that unite families and generations.
  70. - MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO - ALBERTO OLIVEIRA PINTO - LEMBRA-TE, ANGOLA Ep. 78. Este é o primeiro episódio de Lembra-te Angola dedicado ao rei Mandume ya Ndemufayo (1894-1917), que reinou no Estado Kwanyama (ou Cuanhama) entre 1911 e 1917.
  71. - MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO - ALBERTO OLIVEIRA PINTO - LEMBRA-TE, ANGOLA Ep. 78. Este é o primeiro episódio de Lembra-te Angola dedicado ao rei Mandume ya Ndemufayo (1894-1917), que reinou no Estado Kwanyama (ou Cuanhama) entre 1911 e 1917.
  72. - I Laugh Namibia - Goodbye To The North. This is the final episode for Laz and Neville's visit to the north.
  73. - Activated Talks, EPISODE 4, Namibian Culture, Pre-colonial Namibia, Traditions, Ethnic groups.. Welcome to the Fourth episode of the Activated talks Podcast.
  74. - Scientists TERRIFYING New Discovery In Namibia SHOCKED Everyone!. Shell, headquartered in the United Kingdom, has discovered fresh oil in an exploratory well offshore Namibia using the Northern Ocean's Deepsea Bollsta semi-submersible drilling rig. When Shell disclosed its third significant oil discovery in Namibia, it had the potential to shake up global markets.
  75. - Scientists TERRIFYING New Discovery In Namibia SHOCKED Everyone!. Shell, headquartered in the United Kingdom, has discovered fresh oil in an exploratory well offshore Namibia using the Northern Ocean's Deepsea Bollsta semi-submersible drilling rig. When Shell disclosed its third significant oil discovery in Namibia, it had the potential to shake up global markets.
  76. - Hendrik Witbooi Trailer. This is the Trailer for a 80 minute documentary about Hendrik Witbooi, one of the most important leader against German colonialism at the end of the 19th century in present- day Namibia.
  77. - Ovambo knives and sheaths (British Museum). Knives and sheaths Iron and wood Ovambo peoples, Namibia 19th and 20th century British Museum.
  78. - Hendrik Witbooi: A Short Animated Biographical Video. An account of Hendrik Witbooi: A Short Animated Biographical Video.
  79. - Hendrik Witbooi: A Short Animated Biographical Video. An account of Hendrik Witbooi: A Short Animated Biographical Video.
  80. - conheça a história do Mandume o rei dos kwanhamas. Coverage of conheça a história do Mandume o rei dos kwanhamas.
  81. - conheça a história do Mandume o rei dos kwanhamas. Coverage of conheça a história do Mandume o rei dos kwanhamas.
  82. - Queen Meekulu Mwadinohmo: One of the Namibia's last community monarchs,. Her grandfather is Mandume Ya Ndemufayo, the last king of the Okwanyama and a national hero in Namibia and Angola. He fought South African forces as they swept through German South-West Africa in 1917. Under Queen Meekulu, no person goes hungry. Queen Meekulu's mission is to boost Okwanyama culture and says there is much other royals could learn from her community and its traditions.
  83. - Queen Meekulu Mwadinohmo: One of the Namibia's last community monarchs,. Her grandfather is Mandume Ya Ndemufayo, the last king of the Okwanyama and a national hero in Namibia and Angola. He fought South African forces as they swept through German South-West Africa in 1917. Under Queen Meekulu, no person goes hungry. Queen Meekulu's mission is to boost Okwanyama culture and says there is much other royals could learn from her community and its traditions.
  84. - Mandume ya Ndemufayo the Last Sovereign King of Namibia. Mandume ya Ndemufayo was a simple ethno-nationalist, who refused to be colonized and had about 35,000 to 40,000 armed fighters; more than any Angolan nationalists ever had before 1974. He took over the reins of the Cuanhama kingdom in 1911 and his reign lasted until 1917 when he died of suicide. Mandume is celebrated by many nationalists in Namibia and Angola as one of their heroes because he fought against Portuguese advances inside Angolan territory.
  85. - Chief Samuel Maharero commemorated - nbc. The Red Flag has commemorated 100 years since the reburial of the remains of Chief Samuel Maharero.
  86. - Chief Hendrick Witbooi. A record of Chief Hendrick Witbooi.
  87. - Chief Iipumbu yaTshilongo of Uukwambi, a subtribe of aawambo people of the Bantu in Namibia. Yumu yashil Longo was born in 1873 in oniku a settlement near elim today in the omusati region of Northern Namibia an accident.
  88. - King Mandume yaNdemufayo (1911). Is one of nine national heroes of Namibia that were identified at the inauguration of the country's Hero's acre near windhook.
  89. - Chief Kaumo Maharero Laid to Rest PART TWO. A record of Chief Kaumo Maharero Laid to Rest PART TWO.
  90. - Venaani tables motion to honour Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi - nbc. The Popular Democratic Movement President McHenry Venaani has tabled a motion seeking to erect a shrine at the Vaalgras in honour of the late Kaptein Hendrik !Anseb Witbooi.
  91. - Oukwanyama TA still hopes to find Mandume's head - nbc. The Oukwanyama Traditional Authority still hopes that the head of Ohamba Mandume ya Ndemufayo can be found and buried with the rest of his remains at Oihole in Angola.
  92. - Ovawambo traditional dressing code. This picture is describing how Ovawambo women dress during their traditional celebrations like weddings and family reunion, this is how exactly they dress like, and women are always expected to carry on their head a woven basket made of palm leaves.
  93. - O ÚLTIMO REI DOS KUANYAMA: A RESISTÊNCIA DE MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO". é uma narrativa envolvente que mergulha nas páginas da história da resistência africana contra o domínio colonial.
  94. - O ÚLTIMO REI DOS KUANYAMA: A RESISTÊNCIA DE MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO". é uma narrativa envolvente que mergulha nas páginas da história da resistência africana contra o domínio colonial.
  95. - ANCIENT AFRICA HISTORY [ HENDRIK WITBOOI]. Honoring Hendrik Witbooi Today, we honor Hendrik Witbooi, known as the Lion of the South, who led the Nama people of Namibia in their fight against German colonial forces. Born in 1830, Witbooi was a leader who foresaw the dangers of colonialism and stood firm in his resistance.
  96. - ANCIENT AFRICA HISTORY [ HENDRIK WITBOOI]. Honoring Hendrik Witbooi Today, we honor Hendrik Witbooi, known as the Lion of the South, who led the Nama people of Namibia in their fight against German colonial forces. Born in 1830, Witbooi was a leader who foresaw the dangers of colonialism and stood firm in his resistance.
  97. - Windhoek School honours legacy of King Mandume ya Ndemufayo - nbc. Mandume Primary School in Katutura has unveiled a mural honoring the legacy of King Mandume ya Ndemufayo, a revered Namibian leader celebrated for his bravery and resilience against German colonial forces.
  98. - Desperately Seeking King Mandume, Africa Speaks. In this episode of Africa Speaks, we journey to Oihole, Angola, to uncover the legacy of King Mandume Ya Ndemufayo.
  99. - Desperately Seeking King Mandume, Africa Speaks. In this episode of Africa Speaks, we journey to Oihole, Angola, to uncover the legacy of King Mandume Ya Ndemufayo.
  100. - Wildlife resources must benefit all, says Daniel. Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Indileni Daniel has reiterated that wildlife resources must benefit local communities. Daniel was speaking at an engagement with the King Nehale Conservancy (KNC) members here on Sunday.
  101. - Eles mentiram sobre o Rei Mandume - A verdade chegou!. Durante anos, contaram-nos apenas uma parte da história.
  102. - Namibia:Land of the Brave - The Witbooi Revolt. Travel with us to the 1800's and learn what happened in this beautiful country.
  103. - Hendrik Witbooi, The Lion of the South. Famously known as "The Lion of the South," was one of Africa's most fearless resistance leaders against German colonial rule in present-day Namibia.
  104. - VP Witbooi calls for Omaheke community project ownership - nbc. Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on marginalised communities in Omaheke Region to develop a strong sense of ownership over state-sponsored community projects. Witbooi concluded a weeklong regional visit, making a point of engaging with marginalised communities to get briefed on their living conditions. Witbooi was pleased to relay notable progress on various projects implemented by the government and its key partners.
  105. - MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO - M. A. O MÚSICO. Coverage of mandume ya ndemufayo - m.
  106. - MANDUME YA NDEMUFAYO - M. A. O MÚSICO. Coverage of mandume ya ndemufayo - m.
  107. - VP WITBOOI UNVEILS KEETMANSHOOP VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE - nbc. Vice President Lucia Witbooi officially unveiled the plaque of the Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre in the, Kharas Region.
  108. - Lucia Witbooi - A Life of Service'. The documentary "Lucia Witbooi - A Life of Service' follows the life and leadership of Her Excellency, Namibian Vice-President Lucia Witbooi. From her early upbringing to her rise within government, this film traces her journey through personal hardship, cultural heritage.
  109. - Remarks (Snipped) by Vice President Lucia Witbooi at the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy site visit-May 2026. The Vice President of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi, undertook a strategic site visit to the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project in Lüderitz, //Kharas Region, reaffirming the Government's commitment to advancing Namibia's green hydrogen ambitions as a pathway for job creation, economic diversification and inclusive growth.
  110. - NATIONAL PRAYER BREAKFAST CALLS FOR UNITY - nbc. Namibia needs stronger unity, moral renewal and collective action to confront growing social challenges. This call echoed strongly during the National Prayer Breakfast held in Windhoek on Friday, themed "Thanksgiving, Peace, Transformation". President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah encouraged Namibians to work collectively and called on the church to take up its rightful role of being a beacon of hope.
  111. - WITBOOI LEGACY PROJECT LAUNCHED IN GIBEON - nbc. The Witbooi Legacy Project has been launched in Gibeon on Saturday, bringing together descendants of the late Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi, community members and various stakeholders to honour the family's historical legacy. The historic town was the setting for the event, bringing together members of the Witbooi family, elders, descendants.
  112. - NAMIBIA HONOURS EIGHT LIBERATION HEROES - nbc. After more than five decades, Namibia has laid to rest two liberation heroes who died in captivity on Robben Island, while honouring six others whose remains and legacies have now been brought together at Heroes' Acre. For the families, the reburial is a deeply personal homecoming but also a moment of national remembrance and restoration.
  113. - OVAHERERO HONOUR CHIEF SAMUEL MAHARERO - nbc. The descendants and community of Ovaherero gathered at Okahandja for the 103rd Otjiserandu Commemoration of the legacy of Chief Samuel Maharero. The Commemoration, also known as Red Flag Day, was held under the theme "Remembering the reburial of Chief Samuel Maharero's remains in Namibia". Chief Maharero is remembered for his role as a leader of the Ovaherero during the resistance against German colonial rule.
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