Kahimemua Nguvauva

Kahimemua Nguvauva

Date of Birth: Circa 1850

Country: Namibia (German South West Africa)

Colonisers Fought Against: German Empire

Lead Group: Ovambanderu (Herero clan)

War/Rebellion: Resistance against German colonial rule (Herero and Namaqua Genocide)

Years of War/Rebellion: Circa 1880s - 1896

Punishment Given: Sentenced to death and executed

Nature of Death: Executed by German forces (shot)

Date of Death: June 11, 1896

Heroic Significance: Kahimemua Nguvauva is a national hero of Namibia for his resistance against German colonialism. He led the Ovambanderu in defying German subjugation, resulting in battles with the Schutztruppe. His execution made him a martyr in the struggle. He is honored at Heroes' Acre and his grave is a National Monument. He is celebrated for his beliefs, convictions, and visionary spirit in resisting occupation and fighting for freedom [1][2].

Citations: [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kahimemua_Nguvauva [2] https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/150256502/kahimemua-h-nguvauva