The Mali empire maintained its wealth and power through control of trans-Saharan trade routes, taxation of exchanged goods, and receiving tribute from regions under its control. With its wealth, Mali was able to maintain a large military, including a cavalry, which it used to expand its borders as well as defend against attacks and preserve order.
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