By Nilsson

My real name is Muchibone Nilsson Mulite. This name which means, “look at it.” I live in Namibia. I was given this name because I was very small when I was born. I’m even small in size now, but tall.

I live in the northern part of Namibia, in the region called Kavango. We speak the language called Rukwangali. The way you pronounce words is the just way they appear (no changes). Here are some common words that we use:

Hallow .............................................. moro
How are you ................................... ngapi
Fine ................................................. nawa
Me ................................................... nyame
You .................................................. ove
Help me .......................................... vatereninge
Hospital ......................................... sipangero
I’m sick ......................................... tani vere
Water ............................................ mema
Food .............................................. nondja
Morning ........................................ ngura-ngura
Afternoon ..................................... metaha
Evening ........................................ ngurova
Be careful ..................................... takamesa