The London Times, a British based newspaper, paid tribute to King Sekhukhuneof the Marota Empire, commonly known as the Bapedi Kingdom. The newspaper published an article praising King Sekhukhune for being a courageous and brave leader during “savage” periods in Southern Africa.
eventREF E-0011098Revised
30 August 1882
London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune
- Updated
- 22 Aug 2019
South African History Online. (2011, March 16). London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune. South African History Online. https://sahistory.org.za/ref/E-0011098
South African History Online (2011) 'London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune', South African History Online, 16 March. Available at: https://sahistory.org.za/ref/E-0011098 (Accessed: 12 October 2026).
South African History Online, London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune [website], https://sahistory.org.za/ref/E-0011098, (accessed 12 October 2026).
"London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune." South African History Online, 16 Mar. 2011, https://sahistory.org.za/ref/E-0011098. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.
South African History Online. "London Times pays tribute to King Sekhukhune." South African History Online. March 16, 2011. https://sahistory.org.za/ref/E-0011098.
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