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The Kankan Rebellion: Songhai's Last Stand
We left off with the fall of Gao and the capture of Ahmed Baba, but the story didn't end there. This episode explores the resilient shadow state that emerged in the hills of Kankan after the Saadi invasion. We trace how the Dendi leaders, particularly the mysterious figure known as the Ma al-Aynayn, kept Songhai traditions alive through a decades-long guerrilla war against Moroccan forces. You will hear about the specific tactics used in the inland delta, the role of local Sorko communities in sustaining resistance, and why this final chapter matters for understanding West African…
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