Throughout African history, women have held positions of leadership. Whether they were queens or chiefs, or leaders of movements, women have indeed written their names in the annals of African history.

Call them whatever you like…boss ladies, feminists, women rights activists, dictators…These African queens and warriors led men to war, ruled kingdoms, and called the shots. Some even resisted European domination and colonialism.

In this video, in no particular order, we bring to your view the top 13 most powerful African queens. #HistoryVille

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