In the decade that they struggled for independence, the people of Namibia suffered a number of political, social and economic problems. Many of these problems have been dealt with. An outline is therefore given here.

The several restive and oppressive apartheid laws introduced in 1966.

The establishment of the triumvirate.

The assassination, torture, arrest and detention of activists, freedom fighters and their supporters.

Tribalism and disunity among the people.

The military strength of the occupying forces.

The brutality and terrorism of the apartheid regime.

The efficient spy network.

The inadequate support to facilitate liberation efforts.

The international sanctions imposed on Namibia that affected the blacks.

Weakness of UNO and OAU. "

The cold war politics.

The refugee crisis arising out of fighting.

Poverty and suffering,

The distant bases in neighbouring countries.

The delayed independence of Namibia's neighbours.