Landscapes and Ethnicity: An Historical Archaeology of Khami-Phase Sites in Southwestern Zimbabwe

A groundbreaking analysis of Khami-phase sites in southwestern Zimbabwe reveals that radiocarbon dating can validate oral traditions and documentary sources, offering new insights into the Rozvi dynasty's past. By comparing dates from three ancient capitals—Danamombe, Naletale, and Zinjanja—the study provides a more precise archaeological timeline for these historically significant sites. This approach sheds light on the rise and spread of Khami-phase settlements, addressing long-standing questions about their dynastic and ethnolinguistic formations.

Machiridza, L. H. (2020). Landscapes and Ethnicity: An Historical Archaeology of Khami-Phase Sites in Southwestern Zimbabwe. Historical Archaeology, 54(3), 647–675. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41636-020-00259-z