Question

Sundiata was a great leader in peace and wartime. He took over the kingdom of Ghana and the trading cities of Kumbi and Walata. He put able administrators in charge of Mali's finances, defense, and foreign affairs. He promoted agriculture and reestablished the gold-salt trade. The new capital, Niani, became an important center of commerce and trade.(True/False)

Answer 1

Sundiata was a great leader who expanded Mali's empire and promoted trade and commerce. The statement is true.

Step-by-step explanation:

True. Sundiata Keita, the founder of Mali, ruled over an empire that was larger and wealthier than Ghana. He promoted agriculture and reestablished the gold-salt trade. He expanded his empire to include the trading cities of Kumbi and Walata, and turned the new capital, Niani, into an important center of commerce and trade.