HISTORY
THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA
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strengthened and expanded
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revolutionized
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eliminated
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Detailed explanation-1: -Sundiata, who is historically credited with establishing Mali as an empire, brought the gold fields and trade routes under his authority, allowing Mali to export gold and control all trade in the region.
Detailed explanation-2: -After defeating the Soso at the Battle of Kirina, Sundiata marched on the Soso kingdom and took total control. He established the Mali Empire, conquering much of the Empire of Ghana as well. He took control of the gold and salt trade, helping Mali to become rich and powerful.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Empire of Mali was one of the largest empires in West African History, and at its height, it spanned from the Atlantic Coast to central parts of the Sahara desert [i]. The Empire was founded in 1235 CE by the legendary King Sundiata [ii] and lasted until the early 1600s CE [iii].
Detailed explanation-4: -The kingdom of Mali reached its greatest extent around the same time, a bustling, wealthy kingdom thanks to Mansa Musa’s expansion and administration. Mansa Musa died in 1337 and was succeeded by his sons.