c. 1823–1837
Mzilikazi's migration and formation of the Ndebele polity
After separating from Shaka, Mzilikazi and his followers moved across the interior, conquered and incorporated communities, and eventually established the Ndebele or Matabele polity.
probable
migration
conquest
state-formation
After separating from Shaka, Mzilikazi and his followers moved across the interior, conquered and incorporated communities, and eventually established the Ndebele or Matabele polity.
Disputed interpretations
The overall movement and state formation are well established, but exact staging and dates vary between accounts.