Sarah Baartman: How a South African woman's remains came home after 192 years

Sarah Baartman, a South African woman, was taken to Europe in the 19th century and displayed as the 'Hottentot Venus' to satisfy colonial voyeuristic curiosity. After her death, French scientists examined her body, using it to support racial science theories of the era. Her remains were held in Europe for nearly two centuries before finally being repatriated to South Africa. The long journey home marked a significant moment of historical reckoning with colonial exploitation. Today, Baartman's story continues to serve as a powerful symbol of the fight for dignity, remembrance, and justice.