Manyana Rock Paintings

The Manyana Rock Paintings site, located at the Kolobeng hills in Botswana, is a significant archaeological site known for its Khoikhoi or San rock art created between 1100 CE and 1700 CE. The artwork, including depictions of mammals, plants, and abstract shapes, was likely part of religious rituals. The site also holds historical significance as Mmasechele Cave, where Sechele I's wife sought refuge during the 1852 Battle of Dimawe. Excavations at the site have unearthed over 7,000 Later Stone Age artifacts, including debitage and tools, as well as Iron Age pottery, indicating early habitation and subsequent contact with Iron Age herders. The paintings and artifacts provide valuable insights into the cultural and historical transitions in the region.