6.5K views · 111 reactions | Shaka Zulu was a controversial figure during his life and even after his death. To some, he is fearless warrior who is credited as the father of the Zulu, but to others, he was a violent, brutal ruler. Watch his short portrait as part of our African Roots series. | DW Africa | Facebook

This traditional Zulu dance, called 'Umzansi', is a war dance and tells the story of how the Zulus conquered the British at the historic battle of Isandlwana, using just their spears. | CNN Africa