It was BIG
The capital of the Songhay Empire is Gao.
It was in China.
The Mali Empire in the fifteenth centry.
One city that was not one of the major centers of the Songhay Empire is Timbuktu. While Timbuktu is often associated with the Malian Empire and its rich history as a center of trade and learning, the Songhay Empire's major cities included Gao, the empire's capital, and Jenne. The Songhay Empire thrived in the 15th and 16th centuries, significantly expanding its influence over West Africa.
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The moroccan army invaded songhay and the old empire split up with bambara kingdom emerging as an important new force.
The ruler of the Songhay Empire at its height was Askia Muhammad, who reigned from 1493 to 1528. He expanded the empire significantly, promoting trade, education, and Islam. His leadership brought prosperity to the region and established the Songhay Empire as one of the largest and most powerful empires in West Africa. Askia Muhammad is also known for his efforts to centralize the government and improve administrative efficiency.
Africa, near the city-state of Mali
The first large city in the Songhay Empire was Gao, located along the Niger River. It served as the capital and center of trade during the peak of the empire's power in the 15th and 16th centuries.