Colonial Africa

Colonial Africa spans the era when European powers increasingly colonized and controlled vast parts of the continent. From Portuguese trade outposts in the 1500s to the Scramble for Africa in the 19th century, this period was marked by cultural upheaval and resistance. Indigenous societies, such as the Zulu and Lozi Kingdoms, preserved their folklore in the face of colonization. Myths like Nyaminyami and Kongamato reflected themes of survival, spiritual resilience, and the interplay between humans and nature. This folklore served as a bridge between pre-colonial traditions and colonial realities.