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Mansa Musa's Salt Tax: The Hidden Engine of Mali's Wealth
We all know Mansa Musa's gold—but what about the salt that built his empire? In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the Malian emperor's ambitious salt monopoly. From the deadly mines of Taghaza, where slaves extracted slabs of white gold, to the farba overseers who controlled the trade, and the staggering tax revenues that may have rivaled gold itself. They explore the logistics of the salt caravans, the silent barter system that kept prices stable, and the devastating Tuareg raid on Taghaza that shook the empire. Along the way, they ask: why did Mansa Musa's successors lose…
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