“What Existed Before South Africa?(The Answer Will Surprise You)”

What was South Africa called before colonialism? Long before European colonial rule, the region we now call South Africa was home to diverse Indigenous peoples, powerful kingdoms, established communities, trade networks, and rich cultures. In this documentary, we travel back through the history of Southern Africa to explore the societies and kingdoms that existed before Dutch and British colonial expansion. From the San and Khoikhoi to powerful African kingdoms and communities, we uncover the fascinating history of the land before it became known as modern South Africa. This is the story of South Africa before colonialism — and the civilizations, cultures, and kingdoms that came before it. #southafricanhistory #africanhistory #historydocumentary #history #documentary