{UAH} For stirring a revolt in Zimbabwe, this spiritual leader was hanged by the British in 1898
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For stirring a revolt in Zimbabwe, this spiritual leader was hanged by the British in 1898
Several figures in African history are remembered for their contribution to the fight against western dominance and colonization. Many of these figures who take the spotlight are mostly royals, wealthy merchants with influence, educated returnees. However, this sidelines the many traditional leaders and women who also played a significant role in the history of their countries.
One of such persons is Nehanda Charwe Nyakasikana also known as Mbuya Nehanda who was a spiritual leader of the Shona people in Zimbabwe and to this day is celebrated for her bravery and fight to preserve her people's culture and resist western oppression.
Nehanda Charwe Nyakasikana According to an article on Rain queens of Africa, Nyakasikana was believed to be the incarnation of the original Nyamhika Nehanda, whose spirit lived on with her people. The original Nehanda was the daughter of Mutota the founder of the Mutapa state, who gave his daughter a great portion of his kingdom as a reward for allowing her half brother to sleep with her to increase the power and strength of their father's rule over his kingdom.
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