The Songhai Empire began to rise in the late 15th century, around the 1460s, following the decline of the Mali Empire. It reached its peak in the 16th century, particularly under the reign of Sunni Ali and his successor Askia Muhammad. The empire began to decline in the late 16th century and ultimately fell in 1591 after the Moroccan invasion, marking the end of its dominance in West Africa.
when did the empire songhai begin
In approximately 1420.
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At the end of the Wood land period begin
of infighting among Songhai subjects.
when did the empire songhai begin
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Songhai Empire ended in 1591.
Songhai was located near the Nile River. [*3*]
Songhai was located near the Nile River. [*3*]
it began in 900b.c.
In approximately 1420.
1750
11 century C.E to around 1325 C.E
A number o resons
11 century C.E to around 1325 C.E
sunni ali kept Songhai a strong empire because he stretched more than 1000 miles of land. he also encouraged more trade,which helped Songhai remain a strong empire until the end of the 1500s