Question

Explain six reasons why the Lozi collaborated with the British during colonization

Answer 1

1. Lewanika collaborated in order to protect his kingdom against Germans and Portuguese/European enemies
2. Lewanika desired western education and civilization for his people
3. Lewanika wanted the British to protect him against his internal enemies/safeguard his position
4. He was encouraged to collaborate by chief Khama of the Ngwato who had already collaborated
5. Lewanika saw the futility of resisting a strong power like Britain so he chose to collaborate
6. He wanted to promote trade between the British and his people
7. He was influenced by missionaries e.g. Francois Coilland
8. Lewanika wanted to protect his kingdom from attacks by other African communities e.g. Ndebele