Empires in Africa
EQ: How can trade influence an empire?
Western Trading Empires
Africa has provided empires with an abundance of gold, causing them to be wealthy, and have successful trade. African Empires such as Ghana, Mali, and Songhai relied on farming, mining gold, and trading with Arabs in northern Africa.
Geographic Barriers and entrance of Muslim traders
Eastern Trading Regions on the Swahili Coast
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Blend of Islam & Traditional Religions
Critical Thinking Question:
What is the most significant effect Mansa Musa had on the Mali Empire?