There is evidence that the Mali Empire originated with Sundiata, or the Lion King, as he is known. A few years after claiming the capital of the Ghana Empire, Sundiata and his men continued to expand ...

The Mali Empire was founded in 1226 CE by Sundiata Keita. Sundiata was the second son of the King of the Mandinka people. It was prophesized that Sundiata would become a great ruler. Upon the ...

Here's everything we know about this legendary king: Musa Keita ... Portuguese interest in Mali would ultimately manifest itself in naval raids against the empire starting in the 15th century.

The Asante Empire The King of the Asante was known as the Asantehene. Akan religion The Golden Stool was a sacred object and Asante symbol of unity and good fortune. The kingdoms of Benin ...

African King Musa Keita I is thought to be the richest ... "There's really no way to put an accurate number on his wealth." He ruled the Mali Empire in the 14th century and his land was laden ...