One thing that really surprised me about Namibia was how much foreign influence and exploitation shaped its modern-day economy, especially through mining. I always knew there were rich resources in southern Africa, but I did not realize how deeply Namibia’s diamond and uranium industries were tied to colonialism and apartheid history. The best part of this infographic was how clearly it connected past exploitation to present-day issues, especially the case with the Chinese company XinFeng. It made the story feel very real and not just like distant history. For feedback, you might consider adding a few more visuals or examples showing the impact on local communities today because it would make the human side of the issue even stronger. Great job making a complex history feel easy to understand!
This infographic is really interesting and gives great info on the history of Namibia and how it’s grown since colonization. I really liked the maps you used here, they’re my favorite part. Overall, I think the info in this is really informative, but it could do with more variety in the design and better readability. Good job!
I really liked how uniform your infographic looked, making it eye-catching yet simple to not take away from the information. The historical context of how Namibia came about is interesting especially because of the reason for the scramble for Africa. The continued exploitation of African countries such as Namibia and the shift in focus of uranium deposit instead of mining is interesting. The maps you included help give a perspective to where certain resources are which guide the readers to visually see the geological features of Namibia. The struggle to stop people from exploiting the resources is devasting although adding stricter rules can hopefully stop it. Acknowledging that climate change can occur because of the imbalance in over mining and exploitation will only increase if the government does not intervene. What is the administration doing to deal with the over-development of mining and uranium deposits?
This was great! What surprised me most about this country is that it spent over 80 years under colonial rule, followed by apartheid. The best part of this infographic was the bounty explanation showing why this country was targeted for its resources for so long. Seeing the 68 active mines and knowing that the country’s struggling to benefit from its resources versus exploitation puts a lot into perspective for the people of Namibia and their trade relationships.
Resource exploitation should not be permissible in the 21st century for any country. It should be outlawed. The devastation that is left behind does so much harm to the environment and to the people that live there. These multinational companies come into a country, take what they want, then leave, and an environmental catastrophe is left behind. The mines that are owned by private corporations—like DeBeers are a big mistake. DeBeers’ legacy in Africa “… [S]tretches back to 1888. For over 135 years…). They have never left. They have been exploiting Africa for 135 years. It is time for them leave. I used to work for DeBeers, and I know for a fact, they only keep the best diamonds, the rest of the diamonds that do not make the cut are dropped into the bottom of the ocean. Thank you for an enlighten presentations. Your graphics were great. I liked Part 1: Survey 1 the best because of the 120-year old Dutch map. Very cool and nice touch.
Something I learned about Namibia that surprised me is that there are 68 active mining sites within the country. I did not know that resources are this important and sought after in Namibia. I think the best part of this infographic is that it gets straight to the point, broken up into sections that are very detailed and consist of important information. Overall, I learned a lot and this was an amazing infographic, great job!
1) The most interesting fact about this country is learning about how the country came to be and what were some of the important facts that were listed on it. We can see that the mining and energy portion of the country is the most important portion of this entire infographic.
2) the best part about this infographic is the photos used and the maps and what the different labels of them placed mean.
3) I think I would of worked on making the points smaller and even adding more pages to give your work an opportunity to not feel so compacted but overall I would of liked to see the maps a bit nigger so they were easier to read but I loved al the information you provided tied to them.
Hello Cris, to begin with I know absolutely nothing about Namibia, so I was startled to learn how much foreign firms continue to influence Namibia’s mining industry, even after you have mentioned that Namibia has independence. Throughout your infographic I enjoyed your images showing the past and present differences. Overall I enjoyed your piece! amazing job
I was surprised to learn how Namibia transformed from colonial rule into a nation built on unity and resilience. The best part of your infographic is the way the historical context and national pride reflect Namibia’s inspiring journey, it’s a powerful combination. A timeline with key milestones might add a bit of flair, but this was an exceptional read!
I was particularly surprised by Namibia’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development, creating progressive policies on wildlife protection and eco-tourism. The most compelling aspect of this infographic is its exploration of Namibia’s unique political and social landscape, highlighting the importance of unity, liberty, and justice in fostering a resilient society. Good job!
22 comments
Michael Ortiz
One thing that really surprised me about Namibia was how much foreign influence and exploitation shaped its modern-day economy, especially through mining. I always knew there were rich resources in southern Africa, but I did not realize how deeply Namibia’s diamond and uranium industries were tied to colonialism and apartheid history. The best part of this infographic was how clearly it connected past exploitation to present-day issues, especially the case with the Chinese company XinFeng. It made the story feel very real and not just like distant history. For feedback, you might consider adding a few more visuals or examples showing the impact on local communities today because it would make the human side of the issue even stronger. Great job making a complex history feel easy to understand!
Bella Gutierrez
This infographic is really interesting and gives great info on the history of Namibia and how it’s grown since colonization. I really liked the maps you used here, they’re my favorite part. Overall, I think the info in this is really informative, but it could do with more variety in the design and better readability. Good job!
Ixchel Mireles
Hello Cris,
I really liked how uniform your infographic looked, making it eye-catching yet simple to not take away from the information. The historical context of how Namibia came about is interesting especially because of the reason for the scramble for Africa. The continued exploitation of African countries such as Namibia and the shift in focus of uranium deposit instead of mining is interesting. The maps you included help give a perspective to where certain resources are which guide the readers to visually see the geological features of Namibia. The struggle to stop people from exploiting the resources is devasting although adding stricter rules can hopefully stop it. Acknowledging that climate change can occur because of the imbalance in over mining and exploitation will only increase if the government does not intervene. What is the administration doing to deal with the over-development of mining and uranium deposits?
Lashanna Hill
This was great! What surprised me most about this country is that it spent over 80 years under colonial rule, followed by apartheid. The best part of this infographic was the bounty explanation showing why this country was targeted for its resources for so long. Seeing the 68 active mines and knowing that the country’s struggling to benefit from its resources versus exploitation puts a lot into perspective for the people of Namibia and their trade relationships.
Cynthia Brehm
Resource exploitation should not be permissible in the 21st century for any country. It should be outlawed. The devastation that is left behind does so much harm to the environment and to the people that live there. These multinational companies come into a country, take what they want, then leave, and an environmental catastrophe is left behind. The mines that are owned by private corporations—like DeBeers are a big mistake. DeBeers’ legacy in Africa “… [S]tretches back to 1888. For over 135 years…). They have never left. They have been exploiting Africa for 135 years. It is time for them leave. I used to work for DeBeers, and I know for a fact, they only keep the best diamonds, the rest of the diamonds that do not make the cut are dropped into the bottom of the ocean. Thank you for an enlighten presentations. Your graphics were great. I liked Part 1: Survey 1 the best because of the 120-year old Dutch map. Very cool and nice touch.
Bibliography
De Beers: A Luxury House Born in London | De Beers US. (2025). Debeers.com. https://www.debeers.com/en-us/born-in-london-roots-in-africa.html
Karicia Gallegos
Something I learned about Namibia that surprised me is that there are 68 active mining sites within the country. I did not know that resources are this important and sought after in Namibia. I think the best part of this infographic is that it gets straight to the point, broken up into sections that are very detailed and consist of important information. Overall, I learned a lot and this was an amazing infographic, great job!
Carollann Serafin
1) The most interesting fact about this country is learning about how the country came to be and what were some of the important facts that were listed on it. We can see that the mining and energy portion of the country is the most important portion of this entire infographic.
2) the best part about this infographic is the photos used and the maps and what the different labels of them placed mean.
3) I think I would of worked on making the points smaller and even adding more pages to give your work an opportunity to not feel so compacted but overall I would of liked to see the maps a bit nigger so they were easier to read but I loved al the information you provided tied to them.
America Rosales
Hello Cris, to begin with I know absolutely nothing about Namibia, so I was startled to learn how much foreign firms continue to influence Namibia’s mining industry, even after you have mentioned that Namibia has independence. Throughout your infographic I enjoyed your images showing the past and present differences. Overall I enjoyed your piece! amazing job
Rebecca Amaya
I was surprised to learn how Namibia transformed from colonial rule into a nation built on unity and resilience. The best part of your infographic is the way the historical context and national pride reflect Namibia’s inspiring journey, it’s a powerful combination. A timeline with key milestones might add a bit of flair, but this was an exceptional read!
Teagan McSherry
I was particularly surprised by Namibia’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development, creating progressive policies on wildlife protection and eco-tourism. The most compelling aspect of this infographic is its exploration of Namibia’s unique political and social landscape, highlighting the importance of unity, liberty, and justice in fostering a resilient society. Good job!