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The Court of Mansa Musa: Splendor and Power in Niani
This episode takes you inside the royal court of Mansa Musa, the 14th-century ruler of the Mali Empire. Historians draw on accounts from Arab travelers and local oral traditions to reconstruct a world of staggering wealth, intricate ceremony, and political savvy. We explore the layout of the royal palace in Niani, the daily rituals, the role of the mansa as both secular ruler and spiritual leader, and the famous golden cap that left visitors awestruck. Learn about the kankoro-sigi, the royal spokesman, and how Musa used display to project power across the Sahel. We also discuss the limits of…
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