Enraged by what he perceived as slights against his authority , Lobengula made war on Mashonaland in 1893 .
Company officials also demanded that Lobengula cease the habitual raids on Mashona villages by Matabele impis ( regiments ) .
Enraged by what Lobengula perceived as slights against Lobengula 's authority , Lobengula made war on Mashonaland in 1893 .
Company officials also demanded that Lobengula cease the habitual raids on Mashona villages by Matabele impis ( regiments ) .