The secret skies of the Kalahari
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2026-01-12
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UNESCO
Abstract
In northeastern Namibia, the Juǀ’hoansi hunter-gatherers have developed a unique astronomical knowledge, but their precious connection to the lunar cycle is threatened by light pollution.
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Article published in a UNESCO online magazine which is Open Access.
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Namibia, astronomical knowledge, Juǀ’hoansi people, cosmic narrative, first astronomers, light pollution
Citation
Auala, S. (2026). The secret skies of the Kalahari. The UNESCO Courier. UNESCO. https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/secret-skies-kalahari