[1] He launched numerous cattle raids against neighbouring tribes, particularly the Bakwena, the Barolong, and the Batlhaping.
[3] These raids allowed the Bangwaketse to become the strongest tribe in the surrounding areas.
[2] Makaba used the tribe's cattle wealth to encourage immigration to its territory.
[1] When the Difaqane conflicts began in the 1820s, Makaba's control over the Bangaketse slipped as his sons worked with the Bakwena to undermine him.
[6] Makaba welcomed Robert Moffat of the London Missionary Society to Kgwakgwe in July or August 1824.