CHAPTERS:
0:00 INTRO
0:05 Candace of Meroë
0:44 Dido, Queen of Carthage
1:20 Amina of Zazzau
2:03 Hatshepsu
2:46 Fatima al-Fihri
3:26 Tiye
4:07 Queen Nzinga
5:14 Makeda, Queen of Sheba
6:19 Cleopatra VII
7:19 Queen Nefertiti
Discover the 10 most beautiful women in African history, from the stunning Queen Nefertiti to the fierce Queen Nzinga. These queens and empresses not only captivated the world with their beauty but also shaped the course of history through their leadership, wisdom, and bravery. Learn about the iconic Cleopatra, the wise Queen Makeda, and the warrior Queen Amina, among others. This video celebrates their legacy and highlights their contributions to Africa’s rich history.
Queen Nefertiti (1370–1330 BC, Egypt)
Nefertiti, the queen of Egypt, was famed for her beauty and her role in a religious revolution alongside Pharaoh Akhenaten.
2. Cleopatra VII (69–30 BC, Egypt)
Cleopatra, the last ruler of Ptolemaic Egypt, was known for her intelligence, charm, and political acumen.
3. Makeda, Queen of Sheba (10th century BC, Ethiopia/Yemen)
Queen Makeda of Sheba was admired for her wisdom and her legendary meeting with King Solomon.
4. Queen Nzinga (1583–1663, Angola)
Queen Nzinga was a fierce and brilliant leader who fought against Portuguese colonization in Central Africa.
5. Tiye (1398–1338 BC, Egypt)
Queen Tiye, wife of Amenhotep III, was a powerful figure in shaping Egyptian religious and political policies.
6. Fatima al-Fihri (c. 800 AD, Morocco)
Fatima al-Fihri founded the world’s oldest university, embodying both beauty and intellectual greatness.
7. Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC, Egypt)
Hatshepsut, a trailblazing Pharaoh, expanded Egypt’s trade and commissioned remarkable architectural feats.
8. Amina of Zazzau (1533–1610, Nigeria)
Queen Amina was a legendary warrior who expanded her kingdom and is celebrated as a symbol of female empowerment.
9. Dido, Queen of Carthage (9th century BC, Tunisia)
Queen Dido, founder of Carthage, was known for her beauty, wisdom, and resilience in creating a powerful city.
10. Candace of Meroë (c. 350 AD, Sudan)
Candace of Meroë was a fierce military leader and protector of her empire, admired for her bravery and elegance.
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