30 October 1888
Rudd Concession signed with Lobengula
Lobengula granted far-reaching mineral rights to Cecil Rhodes's agents; the concession became a key instrument of British South Africa Company expansion.
disputed
concession
agreement
Lobengula granted far-reaching mineral rights to Cecil Rhodes's agents; the concession became a key instrument of British South Africa Company expansion.
Disputed interpretations
The document is genuine, but its procurement, translation, scope, the parties' understanding and allegations of deception remain heavily contested.