Imagine a 200-year-old dynasty ruled exclusively by women suddenly facing collapse because of a bitter royal custody battle. That is the explosive story at the heart of 6 Kings and 6 Queens, a gripping documentary exploring power, tradition, politics and the future of Africa’s only matrilineal monarchy, the Balobedu Rain Queens.

Filmmaker Molatelo Bossman spoke to Mpho Sithole and takes viewers inside one of South Africa’s most fascinating and deeply contested royal stories.

Imagine a 200-year-old dynasty ruled exclusively by women suddenly facing collapse because of a bitter royal custody battle. That is the explosive story at the heart of 6 Kings and 6 Queens, a gripping documentary exploring power, tradition, politics and the future of Africa&rsquo;s only matrilineal monarchy, the Balobedu Rain Queens.
Filmmaker Molatelo Bossman spoke to Mpho Sithole and takes viewers inside one of South Africa&rsquo;s most fascinating and deeply contested royal stories.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.