In

the tumultuous history of Southern Africa one man reigns supreme and his

exploits were nothing short of revolutionary. Shaka Zula was born to humble

beginnings and ostracized by his father, but through political intrigue and

extraordinary violence would come to rule the Zulu nation. Using innovative new

tactics yet unseen in Sub-Saharan Africa, Shaka’s reign would become one of

brutal conquest and absolute consolidation. By the end of his life the Zulu

Empire would be home to over a quarter of a million people and be the premiere

superpower of Southern Africa. On this episode we discuss Shaka Zulu, his life

and legacy.