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Foundational Era · 1000–1300

The Bachwezi Legend

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Location photograph · Bigo bya MugenyiImage credits

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Series · Foundational Era · 24 min

About this episode

The semi-mythical Bachwezi dynasty — said to possess supernatural powers — and their role in founding the Kitara empire. We examine oral tradition, archaeological evidence, and the enduring spiritual legacy.

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  • K. W., "Bachwezi Dynasties and the Making of the Kitara State", Journal of African History
  • J. M. K., "Oral Traditions of the Great Lakes", East African Publishers
  • Archaeological Survey of Bigo bya Mugenyi, 1957

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