The Kingdom of Songhai: Powerful African Empire & Legendary Scholars of Timbuktu.

Описание: Discover the powerful history of The Kingdom of Songhai and its scholars, one of the greatest and most advanced civilizations in African history. In this video, we explore how the Songhai Empire rose to power in West Africa and became a global center of learning, trade, and intellectual excellence.
You will learn about Timbuktu, the famous city of knowledge, and institutions like Sankore, Djinguereber, and Sidi Yahya, where scholars studied subjects such as law, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and Islamic theology. The video highlights how Songhai scholars preserved knowledge through handwritten manuscripts and how their teachings influenced Africa, North Africa, and beyond.
This documentary-style video also explains the role of great rulers like Sunni Ali and Askia Muhammad, whose leadership supported education, scholarship, and the growth of universities and libraries. These scholars made Songhai one of the most respected intellectual hubs in the world during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Perfect for students, history lovers, and anyone interested in African history, ancient African civilizations, and untold African stories, this video breaks down complex history in a simple and engaging way.
👉 Watch till the end to uncover the forgotten legacy of African scholars.
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