The Herero and Nama genocide occurred in the early 20th century during German colonial rule in Namibia. German colonial forces carried out mass killings and forced labor camps which resulted in the death of thousands of Herero and Nama people. In recent years, descendants of the victims of the genocide have called for reparations from the German government. The demands for reparation have been made by various groups, including representatives of the Herero and Nama communities, as well as human rights organizations and activists. The demands for reparation include apologies from the German government, financial compensation for the descendants of the victims, and acknowledgment of the genocide in official German historical records. These demands have been made in various arenas, including courts, policymaking discussions, public protests, and through international advocacy efforts. So far, the demands for reparations have faced obstacles and challenges. The German government has recognized the atrocities committed during the genocide but has not formally apologized or offered financial compensation. There have been ongoing discussions between the German and Namibian governments regarding reparations, but progress has been slow and limited. Some activists and groups continue to push for greater acknowledgment and reparations for the historical harms inflicted on the Herero and Nama peoples.