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Arabic was the main language of government, trade, and Islamic scholarship in west Africa

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What was the main language of government trade and Islamic scholarship in West Africa?

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I think it was Islam because Sundiata wanted to spread it and plus, Sundiata was Muslim by the way. <--- And your mama to! Hahaha


What became the main language of government trade and scholarship in West Africa?

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