Sakalava are an ethnic group of Madagascar. They were organised into different tribal monarchies headed by different dynasties. Particularly of interest is that they allowed female succession, with some kingdoms being ruled by only women. The Sakalava kingdoms included Sakalava Bemihisatra of Nosy Be Sakalava Bemihisatra of Analalava Sakalava Bemazava /Nosy Faly Sakalava Menabe Sakalava... Continue Reading →