In contrast Krotoa's fate and fortunes were closely aligned to those of her uncle Autshumato and his clan known as the !Uriǁ'aeǀona. The ǃUriǁ'aeǀona people who were sedentary, non-pastoral hunter-gatherers are believed to be one of the first clans to make acquaintance with the Dutch people.
Krotoa's destiny and prosperity were intertwined with those of her uncle Autshumato and his clan, the !Uriǁ'aeǀona. The !Uriǁ'aeǀona, a sedentary, non-pastoral hunter-gatherer group, are believed to be among the first clans to encounter the Dutch people.