Rise To Power
Dingane came to power in 1828 after assassinating his half-brother Shaka with the help of another brother, Umhlangana, as well as Mbopa, Shaka's advisor. They were traditionally said to have killed Shaka because of his increase in brutal behavior after the death of his mother Nandi. The assassination took place at present-day Stanger.
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