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Quote of the day by Queen Nzinga: 'Sometimes force is able to exterminate the wicked customs of those that...' - inspiring quote by ruler of the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms teaches life lessons on justice, accountability, leadership and why reason alone cannot always change people

Quote of the day by Queen Nzinga: Queen Nzinga's quote highlights the limits of persuasion when facing harmful customs. She believed force sometimes becomes necessary for those who ignore reason. Nzinga ruled Ndongo and Matamba, defending her people against colonial expansion. She skillfully used diplomacy and military strategy throughout her reign.