What is Mansa Musa's legacy?

Caveat, Mansa Musa was a devout Muslim written about by fellow Muslims. With that said, he was a conqueror, improving Malian territory. Conquerors however are a dime a dozen. read more

Mansa Musa's most important legacy to me is this: After his return from his famous pilgrimage, he brought back an Arab architect, Abu Ishaq al-Sahili who introduced the middle-eastern architectural style to the Sudan, Hausa Kings would eventually bring this architectural style to Nigeria. read more

king mansa musa made the empire famous for knowledge Mansa Musa made the Malian Empire not just famous for its gold, but also for its knowledge and culture. On his way back to West Africa, Mansa Musa brought with him Muslim scholars and architects. read more

Mansa Musa, the 14th century African king of the Mali Empire, is widely considered the richest person to have ever lived. Mansa Musa, the 14th century African king of the Mali Empire, is widely considered the richest person to have ever lived. read more