Unveiling West Africa: Mansa Musa | Portuguese Exploration | Kunta Kinteh Island

The Jola meets The Madi

Tribespeople! Tribespeople! Tribespeople! In this riveting episode, Uncle E and DJ Anzo unravel the intriguing history of West Africa, delving into the life of Mansa Musa, touted as the wealthiest individual in history. They shed light on the motivations behind Mansa Musa's legendary pilgrimage to Mecca and discuss the impact his journey had on revealing the opulence of West Africa to the world. The brothers also provide an insightful examination of the Islamic conquest in West Africa, predating the arrival of Europeans. Uncle E shares his personal reflections from his recent visit to Kunta Kinteh island, underscoring the somber reminders of the dark era of slavery. This episode serves as a captivating exploration of West African history.