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Which river separates the Wolaita from the Dawuro people?
What is the name of the terrain where the Gamo people live?
Who led the people of Wolaita, Gamo, and Gofa?
What is the name of the dynasty that ruled Wolaita?
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Who did Wolaita pay tribute to in the 15th century?
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What is the name of the king mentioned as the first king of Wolaita Malla dynasty?
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Study Notes
The Omotic States
- The Omotic states, comprising Wolaita, Gamo, Gofa, Dawuro, and Konta, share similar political structures and are located on both sides of the Omo River.
Wolaita
- The Wolaita people live between the Bilate River in the east and the Omo River in the west.
- The Omo River separates the Wolaita from the Dawuro people.
Gamo
- The Gamo people inhabit a mountainous terrain known as the Gamo Highlands, located south of Wolaita.
Historical Mentions
- The first written records of the Wolaita and Gamo date back to the 15th century.
Leadership
- The people of Wolaita, Gamo, and Gofa were led by a hereditary king, Kawo.
- The Dawuro and Konta people were led by a leader called Kati.
Wolaita Kingdom
- The state of Wolaita might have been part of the kingdom of Damot due to their strong connection.
- The ruling dynasty of Wolaita was known as Wolaita Malla.
- The Wolaita Malla dynasty recognized Motalami as its first king.
Relationship with Christian Kingdom
- Wolaita was one of the areas that paid tribute to the Christian king Yeshaq, who ruled from 1413 to 1430.
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Description
Learn about the Omotic states of Wolaita, Gamo, Gofa, Dawuro and Konta, and their similar political structures. Discover their geographical locations and historical records.
