developed the city of Timbuktu as a center of learning

• was the source for almost half of the world's gold during the 14th century
• gained control of the West Africa trade routes after the fall of Ghana

Which African Empire is described in the box above?
A.
Songhai
B.
Mali
C.
Nubia
D.
Kush

1 answer

The African Empire described in the box is B. Mali.

Mali is known for developing Timbuktu as a center of learning, being a major source of gold during the 14th century, and gaining control of the West African trade routes following the fall of Ghana.