Songhai was significant due to its role as a major center of trade and culture in West Africa during the 15th and 16th centuries. It controlled key trade routes that facilitated the exchange of gold, salt, and other goods, contributing to its wealth and influence. The empire also fostered advancements in education and culture, particularly in cities like Timbuktu, which became renowned for its universities and libraries, attracting scholars from across the Islamic world. Additionally, Songhai's military power and administrative sophistication helped maintain stability and cohesion in a diverse region.
Songhai started in 1290 i think I'm not sure so don't count on it
It also was a huge trading empire that came after Ghana and Mali.
Timbuktu was important to Songai for it's location between the salt mines in Northern Africa, and Gold Fields in the south.
the Moroccan army invaded Songhai
Moroccan army attack Songhai.
The Songhai's important cities were destroyed by Moroccans.
What city is important for trade for the Mali boundary and the Songhai boundary
Ask your history teacher.
Became important trade city because of its location between the salt mines in northern Africa and gold fields in the south.
Songhai started in 1290 i think I'm not sure so don't count on it
Islam.
The Songhai empire controled the gold and salt trade, which gave them their money and power over West Africa.
The Songhai Empire was known for its strong military, wealth from trans-Saharan trade, and influential Islamic culture. Songhai had a well-organized bureaucracy and important trading cities like Timbuktu. It also expanded through conquest to become the largest empire in West Africa.
The capital of the Songhai Empire was Gao. Gao was an important city located along the banks of the Niger River, which helped facilitate trade and communication within the empire and beyond.
The Capital city of the Songhai Empire (1375-1591) was Gao
the answer is Timbuktu
They were so wealthy because of their trading routes