The empire was central to several key trading routes, and with the support of a well-trained army, Mali became a strong and powerful empire. Under the leadership of Mansa Musa, 1312 - 1337 ...

The Mali Empire under Musa reflected Africa at one of the summits of its grandeur. But perhaps it is also a somber reminder of what an independent, flourishing Africa could have become.

As an adjusted value, Mansa Musa's net worth would be approximately US $ 400 billion today. A pilgrimage to Mecca brought him worldwide fame in 1324 because of his wealth. Although Mali was renowned ...

Under his rule, Mali transformed into a sophisticated learning hub in the Islamic world. Ascending to power in 1312 C.E., Mansa Musa inherited an already prosperous kingdom, but his efforts to ...