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Great Zimbabwe was the heart of a thriving African civilization, built by the Shona people between the 11th and 15th centuries. A powerful political and economic hub, it housed royalty, traders, and artisans who controlled vast gold and ivory trade networks across Africa and beyond. Its towering stone walls and intricate passagewaysβcrafted without mortar yet standing for centuriesβshowcase the brilliance of our ancestors. When European explorers first saw its grandeur, they refused to believe indigenous Africans had built it, fabricating myths of foreign influence to erase our legacy. But Great Zimbabwe is oursβa testament to African excellence. Reclaiming this heritage is more than history; itβs about restoration, rebuilding in books and in stone, so Great Zimbabwe once again stands as a beacon of our past and a foundation for our future. Share your thoughts. π₯ @rutendomatinyarare

