For nearly all of written history, men have held the majority of the top ruling positions in Africa. However, their female counterparts held great positions as well. A number of women rose to power and greatness in Africa and while at it led troops to victory and protected their land.
Withinnigeria now takes a look at some of the continent’s dynamic ancient queens:
1. Candace – The Empress of Ethiopia (332 BC)
Candace is noted as being one of the strongest female military tacticians who had excellent skills at commanding a military.
It has been told that King Alexander pulled back his army from attempting to invade Ethiopia during 332 BC because of the fear of the great African Empress.
