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Koy Konboré: The Spy Who Saved Songhai
This episode explores the critical role of Koy Konboré, a loyal intelligence officer in the Songhai Empire during the early 16th century. As Moroccan forces under Judar Pasha prepared to invade, Koy Konboré operated deep within enemy lines, gathering vital military secrets about troop movements, supply routes, and siege tactics. His work directly influenced the strategic decisions of Askia Ishaq II and the defense of Gao. We examine how his espionage network functioned, the risks he faced among the Tuareg and Moroccan camps, and the ultimate outcome of his mission at the Battle of Tondibi…
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