Mpande (1798–1872) was monarch of the Zulu Kingdom from 1840 to 1872 making him the longest reigning Zulu king. He was a half-brother of Shaka and Dingane who both preceded him as kings of the Zulu. He came to power after overthrowing Dingane in 1840. Though his reign was lengthy for the latter part of his reign he was king in name only. His son Cetshwayo became de facto ruler in 1856.
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