c. 1235★★★★★
Sundiata Keita founds the Mali Empire
After defeating the Sosso king Sumanguru at the Battle of Kirina, Sundiata Keita founded the Mali Empire, which became one of the largest empires in West Africa.
DynastyWar· Mali, Guinea
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2 events13th century
15th century
- 1468★★★★★
Sonni Ali takes Timbuktu as Songhai rises
Sonni Ali captured Timbuktu, launching the Songhai Empire's rise to replace Mali as the dominant power of West Africa.
WarDynasty· Mali, Niger