Empires and cultures of africa

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What empire ruled the region prior to the Songhai Empire?

Empire of Mali

What religion played an important role in the Songhai government and culture?

Islam

Sumanguru

King of Sosso who is trying to take over Niani

What major geographical feature was located just to the north of the Songhai Empire?

Sahara Desert

Kalabamba Diokuntu

Sundiata's elder brother and king during this story

What leader first established the Songhai Empire?

Sunni Ali

The slave trade was an important part of the Songhai economy? (True or false)

TRUE

Where was the Songhai Empire located

Western Africa

What was a griot?

A storyteller

What was the capital city of the Songhai Empire?

Gao

What river ran along much of the Songhai Empire?

Niger River

Sundiata

youngest son of the former king of Niani