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1200 BCE
The Fall of Ghana
The Almoravids attacked Ghana. After 14 years, The Almoravids defeated Ghana. The Almoravids brought herds of animals that ate most of the grass in Ghana. This made the soil worthless for farming. Finally, there was internal rebellion when people of a country that Ghana conquered rose up and conquered Ghana. -
1060 BCE
Almoravids (North African Muslims) Invaded Ghana
The Almoravids attacked Ghana. After 14 years, The Almoravids defeated Ghana. -
800 BCE
Ghana Becomes Rich and Powerful
Trade increased, and so did Ghana’s wealth. Ghana found a way to make money off traders who passed through Ghana. They taxed the traders for what they brought in and out of Ghana. This made Ghana become very rich ovrtime. -
800 BCE
Ghana Controlled West Africa Trade Routes
By 800, Ghana took control of West Africa's trade routes. -
300 BCE
The Beginning of Ghana
The beginning of Ghana occurred when the Soninke began banding together. Because of the advanced iron tools and their surplus amounts of food, their population grew. Ghana could trade for the two most valuable resources, gold and salt because of its location. -
300 BCE
Ghana Controls Trade
Over time, Ghana took over control of trade from the North African merchants. -
300 BCE
People in Ghana Grew in Strength
The people of Ghana gradually grew in strength. They learned how to work with iron and how to use iron tools for farming. They also herded cattle for meat and milk.
