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Cleopatra VII
The last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, known for her relationships with Roman rulers Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Yaa Asantewaa
A queen mother of the Ashanti Empire who led the Ashanti rebellion against British colonialism to defend the Golden Stool.
Nefertiti
An Egyptian queen and the Great Royal Wife of Akhenaten. She played a significant role in the cultural and religious revolution of Egypt.
Makeda, Queen of Sheba
A queen regnant of the kingdom of Sheba, who visited King Solomon in Jerusalem, her story showcases the wealth and wisdom of ancient African societies.
Nandi
The mother of Shaka Zulu and the Queen of the Zulus, she played a critical role in the upbringing of one of the most influential leaders in African history.
Amina of Zazzau
A Hausa warrior queen of the city-state Zazzau (present-day Nigeria), known for her military campaigns and the expansion of her kingdom.
Ranavalona I
The first reigning queen of Madagascar who is known for her strong resistance to European colonization and her promotion of Malagasy cultural identity.
Kandake Amanirenas
A queen of the Kingdom of Kush who is celebrated for successfully defending her kingdom against Roman Egypt.
Taytu Betul
The Empress of Ethiopia who co-ruled with her husband Emperor Menelik II and played a pivotal role in the defeat of the Italian army at the Battle of Adwa.
Fuuta Djallon's Sisters
The sisters Aminata and Hawa Balde were influential in the West African state of Fuuta Djallon (in modern-day Guinea), promoting women's rights and education.
Queen Moremi
A Yoruba queen from the city-state of Ile-Ife, celebrated for her strategic role in liberating her people from neighboring adversaries.
Nehanda Nyakasikana
The spiritual leader of the Shona people in Zimbabwe who inspired a rebellion against the British South Africa Company's colonization in the late 19th century.
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