Mbaya is a female African lion who resides at the Pridelands. She is a huntress of Simba’s Pride. She was formerly a member of Zira’s Pride and a resident of the Outlands. She is the daughter of Dotty and Damu, the twin sister of Shetani, the mate of Jamali, and the mother of Imara, Kasi, and Shabaha.
Description[]
Mbaya has pinkish brown fur, brown eyes and a dark pink nose. Her underbelly, paws and muzzle are lighter in colour. She has sharp black claws on her front legs. She lacks ear rims and her inner ear is dark brown. Her tail tuft is dark brown. She has a lithe build and a long muzzle.
Personality[]
As a member of Zira’s Pride, she was cold and ruthless, listening only to the leader of the pride, Zira. She still cares for her mate and her three daughters.
As a member of Simba’s Pride, she got a lot kinder and made friends with Zuri (who was mates with her daughter, Imara), Tiifu, Simba and Nala, who were all members of Simba’s Pride. She became more affectionate to her daughters. She still occasionally acts cold towards members of Simba’s Pride.
Family[]
Mother: Dotty
Father: Damu
Sister: Shetani
Mate: Jamili
Niece: Tazama
Grandmother: Meria
Grandfather: Jino
Step Grandfather: Ajabu
Great Grandmother: Mila
Great Grandfather: Radhi
Brother in law: Giza
Daughters: Imara, Kasi and Shabaha
Daughter in law: Tiifu
Adopted Grandson: Kimba
Trivia[]
Her name means "bad" in Swahili.