They were matriarcal rulers of the kigdom of Kush or Nubia.
If a nubian woman became queen they where named Kandakes or Kentakes.
Yes, ancient Kush, located in what is now Sudan, had several powerful queens who played significant roles in its society and governance. Notably, the Kingdom of Kush was ruled by a series of queens known as Kandakes or Candaces, who were often co-regents with their male counterparts. These queens were influential in both political and religious spheres, and their reigns contributed to the kingdom's cultural and economic prosperity.