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Which African country was formerly known as Rhodesia?
Answer
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe was formerly known as Rhodesia, named after British imperialist Cecil Rhodes, until the country gained independence in 1980 after a devastating 15-year civil war. The nation was renamed Zimbabwe, derived from the Shona word 'Great Zimbabwe' meaning 'house of stone,' honoring the ancient stone ruins of a pre-colonial civilization that flourished in the region. This name change symbolized the country's rejection of colonial legacy and reclamation of its African heritage.
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Zimbabwe's name comes from the Shona word 'Great Zimbabwe,' referring to ancient stone ruins of a pre-colonial civilization.
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- Mozambique
- Malawi
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