Nqoko kaGcaleka

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Prince Nqoko kaGcaleka (1769 - 1822) he was a regent king of the Xhosa nation.

Prince Nqoko kaGcaleka (Born:1769-Died:1822) was the third son of King Gcaleka kaPhalo and took over the throne as regent when his oldest brother King Khawuta kaGcaleka died in 1804 and served until 1810 when his nephew King Hintsa kaKhawuta took over.

Prince Nqoko kaGcaleka he died in 1822.


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