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Why Don't We Talk About the Richest Man in History?

Mansa Musa: The Richest Man in History Discover the incredible story of Mansa Musa, the 14th-century emperor of the Mali Empire who is widely considered the wealthiest person to ever live. During his reign from 1312 to 1337, Mansa Musa controlled vast amounts of gold and salt, commanding riches estimated to be worth over $400 billion in today's money. His legendary pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324 changed the course of history. Traveling with a caravan of 60,000 people and carrying tons of gold, Mansa Musa was so generous with his wealth that he actually caused economic inflation in the cities he passed through. In Cairo alone, his spending crashed the gold market for over a decade. But Mansa Musa was more than just wealthy—he was a visionary leader who transformed Timbuktu into a world-renowned center of learning, attracting scholars, artists, and intellectuals from across the Islamic world. He built magnificent mosques and libraries that stood as testaments to African achievement and sophistication. This is the story of how one man's wealth and vision put West Africa on the map and left a legacy that still captivates us 700 years later.