What happens when a traveler encounters the Himba tribe in Namibia? Sussan Mourad manages to connect with the women of the tribe despite language and cultural barriers.
Sussan Mourad traveled with the World Nomads film crew to explore Namibia. The highlight of the trip was the day spent visiting a nomadic Himba tribe deep in the heart of Namibia. While apprehensive at first, Sussan managed to connect with the women of the tribe despite language and cultural barriers. After speaking extensively about the Himba women's unique beauty regime of applying ochre and fat to their skin, Sussan asks if she, too, can try out the treatment. Watch as Sussan is transformed from traveler to tribal woman – and see how the women of the tribe react to her new look.
Listen to the World Nomads Podcast: Namibia
In this episode, we hear about Namibia’s iconic Himba tribe, surfing the Skeleton Coast, driving in remote Damaraland, where elephants roam, and jumping spiders.
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