What was Nzinga's relation to her predecessor?
Daughter
Cousin
Sister
Brother’s successor
Answer
As her brother’s successor, Queen Nzinga inherited the throne of Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms in the 17th century. Skilled in diplomacy, military strategy and trade, she fiercely resisted Portuguese colonial expansion in Angola for nearly 40 years. Seeking alliances with the Dutch, she successfully expelled the Portuguese from much of the territory. Nzinga is celebrated as a national heroine in Angola for her unwavering resistance and leadership.
Africa's Warrior Queen: The Untold Story of Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba
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