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Sorko Fishermen: The Hidden Foundation of Songhai
The Songhai Empire is often remembered for its great emperors, legendary scholars, and epic battles. But who actually built the economic engine that made it all possible? In this episode, we dive into the lives of the Sorko fishing clans of the Niger River. These expert boatmen and fishers were the backbone of Songhai's transport, food supply, and even its navy. We explore their origins, the sophisticated fishing techniques they used—including the dangerous time of the falo, the floodplain harvest—and how they evolved into the empire's military marine force. We trace the Sorko from…
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