1. African Rulers and Society
Evaluate how the African rulers govern their territories
African Rulers and Society

2. How did the kings treat their people?
Ghana and Mali= strong central governments
Power rested with rulers
Wanted total loyalty from people
Kingdoms grew rich, controlled land, and kept the peace

3. Describe Ghana’s Government
Kings ruled with ministers and advisors
Divided provinces
Ruled by district chiefs
Belonged to clan= group of people descended from same ancestor
Leadership passed on to king’s nephew

4. Describe Mali’s Government
More territory, more people, more trade
Strong central government
Land divided into provinces controlled by generals

5. Who is Mansa Musa? Mali’s most powerful king
Won loyalty by giving people gold, property, and horses
Gave military heroes “National Honor of Trousers”
Only king and family could wear clothes that were sewn together

6. Describe the government in Songhai
Most powerful king, Muhammad Ture
Seized power in 1493
Created new dynasty
Created navy and army
Divided into provinces
Governor, tax collector, court of judges, and trade inspector ran each province