Question

What is the key debate Among scholars about Mapungubwe and Great Zimbabwe?


Debate is about Mapungubwe and Great Zimbabwe being outside African continent.


Debate is about western civilization.


Debate amongst scholars is which was the first Southern African country to have a “civilized culture” between South Africa and Zimbabwe


Debate is not about all the above.

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The key debate among scholars about Mapungubwe and Great Zimbabwe primarily revolves around which site represents an earlier or more advanced form of "civilized culture" within Southern Africa, specifically focusing on their cultural, economic, and political developments. Scholars explore the connections and influences between the two sites, including trade, architecture, and social organization. Therefore, the most accurate option would be:

**Debate amongst scholars is which was the first Southern African country to have a “civilized culture” between South Africa and Zimbabwe.**