Mulambwa Santulu


Mulambwa Santulu was a litunga of Barotseland who ruled 1812 - 1830.

Biography

Mulambwa Santulu was the third son of the king Mwanawina I, by his wife, Queen Mbuywana.
He was a chief of Lilundu, before his accession. He succeeded on the death of his elder brother Mwananyanda Liwale and was opposed by Kusiyo, but eventually triumphed after slaying the Nololo.
He established his capital at Namuso and established orchards, tamed and domesticated wild animals and promulgated laws on property and marriage. He died at Lilundu, in the month of July, ca. 1830.

Family

Mulambwa had many children. His sons were kings Mubukwanu and Silumelume and his grandson was Sipopa Lutangu.
His children were also Prince Namiluko Mulumbwa, Prince Imbua Mulumbwa, Prince Ilukuyi, Prince Meebelo Ananganga Mulumbwa, Prince Ngela Mulumbwa, Yeta II, and Akelumbela.
His daughters were Princess Kandundu, Princess Monambeza and Princess Katoka.