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Describe the political organisation of the Shona during the pre-colonial period

Describe the political organisation of the Shona during the pre-colonial period

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1. The kingdom was headed by a king/emperor (Mwene Mutapa)

2. The emperor's position was hereditary, the main unifying factor among the Shona was their religion Mwari cult

3. Had symbols of national unity for example, the royal fire. It was lit in the court of the king

4. The king was assisted to rule by several individuals that is, queen, head drummer, has nine wives

5. Mwene Mutapa was believed to be semi-divine and was highly respected as a symbol of unity.

6. The kingdom had a standing army for defence and expansion.
johnmulu answered the question on March 14, 2017 at 09:09

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