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Mali Empire Trade in West Africa

Type Event Region Mali Time 1285

Around 1285, in the early reign of Mansa Wali, the Mali Empire consolidated control over trans-Saharan gold trade, centering on Niani and administeri…

Timeline

  1. 1285Niani · MaliAfter inheriting the throne, Mansa Wali reorganized the tribute system of the center and provinces, ensuring the stable operation of gold-producing regions and northern salt routes under Mali's authority.
  2. 1285Timbuktu · MaliAs a trade hub in the Niger River bend region, Timbuktu drew together Berber and Mande merchants, exchanging gold, salt, cloth, and slaves, becoming a key node for the empire's wealth flowing into the Mediterranean.

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