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Annexation of Zululand

When
1897
Where
Colony of Natal
Part of
Zululand annexed by Natal

In 1897, the Colony of Natal annexed Zululand, expanding its territory and population significantly.

The annexation occurred in 1897, adding districts with 6,000 white inhabitants and 92,000 natives. This expansion increased Natal's territory by one-fourth and its population by one-tenth, reflecting colonial efforts to consolidate control over the region.

Sources

  1. Colony of Natal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-01

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