Question

Describe the two main differences between the governmental structure of the Songhai kingdom and the governmental structures of Ghana and Mali.

Answer 1

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The Songhai Empire (also transliterated as Songhay) was a state that dominated the western Sahel in the 15th and 16th century. At its peak, it was one of the largest states in African history. The state is known by its historiographical name, derived from its leading ethnic group and ruling elite, the Songhai. Sonni Ali established Gao as the capital of the empire, although a Songhai state had existed in and around Gao since the 11th century. Other important cities in the empire were Timbuktu and Djenné, conquered in 1468 and 1475 respectively, where urban-centered trade flourished and to the south is the north Akan state of Bonoman.[4] Initially, the empire was ruled by the Sonni dynasty (c. 1464–1493), but it was later replaced by the Askia dynasty (1493–1591).

Answer 2

Answer:

1. One of the two main differences between the governmental structure of the Songhai kingdom and the governmental structures of Ghana and Mali is that Songhai was divided into five provinces, while Ghana and Mali had strong central governments.

2. Another difference is that Ghana and Mali's governments were based mostly on religious ideals, while Songhai was not.