 In contrast Krotoa’s fate and fortunes were closely aligned to those of her uncle Autshumato and to his clan known as the !Uriǁ'aeǀona.The ǃUriǁ'aeǀona (rendered in Dutch as "Goringhaicona") people who were sedentary, non-pastoral hunter-gatherers are believed to be one of the first clans to make acquaintances with the Dutch people.Prior to the Dutch’s arrival Autshumato served as a postal agent for passing ships of a number of countries.