She became queen of Matamba , a kingdom which was traditionally led by women , and turned it into the most powerful state in the region , and a big exporter of slaves .
After five years , she had to flee from Portuguese troops to Matamba .
She became queen of Matamba , a Matamba which was traditionally led by women , and turned Matamba into the most powerful state in the region , and a big exporter of slaves .
After five years , she had to flee from Portuguese troops to Matamba .