Katatura: “the place we don’t want to live”
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This afternoon I am heading to Katatura for a guided historical tour. Katatura means, “the place we don’t want to live” and is a remnant of the days of apartheid. The Namibians were forced out of Windhoek to settle in this community north of the city. Katatura has since become a bustling community and many have chosen to settle here permanently. The most difficult sights are on the outskirts of Katatura where people without homes are essentially squatting on public land. It was here that I helped Marybeth deliver presents on Christmas Eve. I am looking forward to getting an eye-opening history lesson.
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