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Ghana, Mali, and Songhai Are the three main empires of africa
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They controlled the trade of salt, gold, and ivory across the Sahara.
The Songhai Empire was one of the largest empires in West Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries. It was known for its organized military and efficient administration. The empire was a center of trade and Islamic scholarship.
I actually learned this the other day in my world history class. The reason is, as cliché as it sounds, is gold and other various resources, such as salt and silver. When these large deposits of valuable resources were discovered, huge trade empires were created, the first of which was Ghana. Many others followed, including the Songhai, also called the Songhay.
The natural resources of Songhai included gold, salt, agricultural land for crops such as millet and sorghum, and access to the Niger River for trade and transportation. Additionally, the region had abundant wildlife for hunting and fishing.
The empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai controlled West Africa between A.D. 1000 and 1500. Each empire thrived on the trade of goods across the Sahara and was affected by the exchange of culture and belief systems along the trade routes. As each empire declined, the next empire took its place. Many great kings led these empires-for example, Mali's Mansa Musa-and they helped spread West African culture and resources around the world. One such resource was gold.
Salt and Gold
The Songhai Empire was located in West Africa, predominantly in the region of present-day Mali, Niger, and Nigeria. It was one of the largest empires in African history, known for its trade in gold, salt, and other commodities.
Both the Maya and Songhai empires were advanced civilizations known for their impressive architectural achievements and complex societies. They both developed sophisticated writing systems and had strong centralized governments. Additionally, both empires engaged in long-distance trade and were known for their advancements in art, science, and technology.
The Songhai Empire's main resources included gold, salt, agriculture (such as millet and sorghum), and trade along the Niger River. Additionally, the empire benefited from a strong military, skilled artisans, and a network of well-established trade routes across West Africa.
for the natural resources founded in Africa