JOURNAL ARTICLE

A Fearless Ruler Battles the Slave Trade in Netflix's African Queens: Njinga.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Zornosa, Laura 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the Netflix docudrama series "African Queens: Njinga," which portrays the life of Njinga, the first female ruler of the Ndongo kingdom in 17th century West Central Africa (modern-day Angola). Executive produced and narrated by Jada Pinkett Smith, the series highlights Njinga's efforts to resist Portuguese colonization through military and diplomatic strategies, as well as her complex personal decisions, including navigating family betrayals and seeking recognition from the Pope. The series aims to bring attention to the historical significance of Njinga's reign and the broader context of European colonization and the transatlantic slave trade, emphasizing the need for diverse narratives about powerful women in history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/02, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163623293
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