Binti’s explanations here expand on how much power the Khoush have—not just on Earth, but in the galaxy. The Khoush seem convinced of their superiority, and moreover, they’re able to enjoy power in their world. For instance, it’s telling that Binti doesn’t learn about
Himba concerns in school; she learns about the
Khoush. It’s possible, then, that everything Binti has learned about the Meduse is naturally filtered through how the Khoush see the Meduse. Given how the Khoush see and treat the Himba, it’s likely that Binti is missing a lot of the story.