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Lunda Empire
The Lunda Empire was a central African state in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Angola and Zambia, ruled by the Mwata Yamvo. It spread its political model through a network of tributary chiefdoms. Chokwe invasions and colonial conquest ended it in the late 19th century.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1665 – 1887 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | East, Central & Southern Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Musumba |
| Founder | Mwata Yamvo |
| Religion(s) | Traditional African religion |
Note on dates: Founded in the 17th century; the start year is approximate.
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