Motsenekatse has nothing to do with Mzilikazi

Even though the monument is named after the biggest of the three hills, which is situated on the Western side just off the Kgomokasitwa gravel road, the smaller Mmadithakwana is the one believed to have been the main abode for Mzilikazi while his troops sandwiched him and elevated atop Motsenekatse and Motsenekatsana on either side, with the intention to spot enemies from afar.” Posted on Facebook by Norinasi, 9 March 2022.

Among the myths peddled in Botswana by self-appointed social media heritage experts, one seemingly incapable of dying, is that Motsenekatse hill (near Molapowabojang) is named after the legendary AmaNdebele inkosi Mzilikazi Khumalo, claiming too that he occupied the site. It popped up once again yesterday (Sunday, 10 August 2025) atop the very hill when the assembled hikers (paying for the privilege!) were told they were standing where the mighty monarch once stood.