Mansa Musa: The Richest Man in History Who Changed the World | Lost African Empire Shook the World

Journey through the golden sands of history to discover the unbelievable story of Mansa Musa, the 14th-century emperor of the Mali Empire, widely regarded as the richest man to ever live. From his legendary pilgrimage to Mecca that shocked the Islamic world to the building of Timbuktu, the intellectual capital of Africa, this documentary uncovers the forgotten legacy of a king whose influence spanned continents and centuries.

In this video, explore:

The rise and fall of the Mali Empire

Mansa Musa's incredible wealth and its economic impact

The transformation of Timbuktu into a global center of knowledge

How one pilgrimage changed the course of world history


⏱️ Chapters:

0:00 The Hook: A King Who Crashed an Economy
1:19 Who Was Mansa Musa? The Richest Man in History
2:45 The Rise of Mali: From Ghana to Greatness
4:30 Sundiata’s Story: The Foundation of the Empire
11:16 Musa's Early Life & Royal Background
17:02 Mansa Musa Becomes Emperor
18:12 The Hajj: The Grand Pilgrimage Begins
22:35 Gold & Diplomacy: Musa Shakes Cairo
25:06 Education & Legacy: Timbuktu and Scholarship
36:04 Islamic Reform & Governance
54:12 Europe Discovers Mali: A New Obsession Begins
1:06:07 Decline of Mali After Musa's Death
1:16:01 Modern Legacy of Mansa Musa


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