Sekgoma I

ModernEmperorBotswana1815 — 1883

Bangwato chief, father of Khama III.

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Quick Facts

Born

1815

Died

1883

Country

Botswana

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)34

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)30

Total Score45.7

Sekgoma I — Complete Timeline

1862 AD

Resistance to Christian MissionariesCultural

Sekgoma I expelled European Christian missionaries from his territory, rejecting their influence and the conversion of his subjects. This action preserved traditional Tswana religion but isolated the Bangwato from external alliances.

MissionariesReligionCultural Resistance

1872 AD

Exile and Return to PowerPolitical Action◆ Major

Sekgoma I was forced into exile by his son Khama III and British allies. He later returned and briefly regained control of part of the Bangwato territory before being defeated again, ending his effective rule.

ExilePower StruggleDefeat

Impact: regionaltragic

1875 AD

Conflict with Khama III over SuccessionPolitical Action◆ Major

Sekgoma I opposed the succession of his son Khama III, favoring another son instead. This led to a prolonged power struggle within the Bangwato tribe, resulting in Khama III eventually seizing power with British support.

Succession DisputeCivil ConflictBangwato

Impact: regionaldestructive