Mansa Musa: Mansa Musa was the most famous ruler of Mali who made a pilgrimage to Mecca and brought back so much gold that it caused inflation in Egypt.
Timbuktu: Timbuktu was an important city in Mali known for its role as a center of learning and trade.
Trans-Saharan Trade: Trans-Saharan Trade refers to the exchange of goods across the Sahara Desert, which played a crucial role in Mali's economic success.