HISTORY
THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA
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an increase in the influence of Islam and Islamic culture
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the discovery of diamonds in the Congo
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the defeat and capture of Cairo
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an exclusive trade agreement with European merchants
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Detailed explanation-1: -He built mosques and large public buildings in cities like Gao and, most famously, Timbuktu . Timbuktu became a major Islamic university center during the 14th century due to Mansa Musa’s developments.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Dogon religion is the traditional African religious or spiritual beliefs of the Dogon people of Mali. Dogons who practice the traditional religion of their ancestors believe in one Supreme Creator called Amma (or Ama). Amma is the omnipotent, omniscient and omnipresent Creator in Dogon religion.
Detailed explanation-3: -In 1324 Musa embarked on the hajj, the religious pilgrimage to Mecca that all Muslims are expected to make in their lifetime. It was also an opportunity to forge alliances and to advertise his wealth and power through lavish displays.
Detailed explanation-4: -Mansa Musa made an important mark in Mali by introducing the kingdom to Islam and making it one of the first Muslim states in northern Africa. He incorporated the laws of the Quran into his country’s justice system.
Detailed explanation-5: -The Economic Impact of Mansa Musa’s Generosity. When Musa gave away his gold, he probably did it with good intentions. He was sharing his wealth with those around him. However, some scholars argue that he intentionally distributed the gold to disrupt other kingdom’s economies, especially Egypt’s.