When we think of the wealthiest individuals in history, names like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, or Bill Gates often come to mind. Yet, economists and historians argue that their fortunes pale in comparison to a 14th-century ruler from West Africa: Mansa Musa. As the "Mansa" (Sultan or Emperor) of the Mali Empire, Musa amassed a… Continue reading The King of Gold: The Life and Legacy of Mansa Musa
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