The Herero people
Hereros used to be as naked as the Himba whom they are closely related to.
However, European missionaries were appalled by nudity and forced them to wear long, flowing Victorian gowns with multiple layers of petticoats made from over 12 m of material.
The Hereros internalized this oppression and
today wear the dress with pride - though they admit that it is too hot. They also seem to have internalized the inhospitality of the Germans.
At least I didn't find them as friendly as the Himba. |